*Oncology Research RN - CTO

University of Oklahoma • Oklahoma City, OK

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About The Position

OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center is Oklahoma’s only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-Designated Cancer Center, and one of only 73 NCI-Designated Cancer Centers in the United States. This highly competitive accreditation ensures that our patients receive the highest standard of care and have access to the most advanced cancer treatment options. At the Stephenson Cancer Center, we have an exciting new job opportunity that could be right for you! The Oncology Research RN – CTO position performs professional nursing duties such as physician assistance, sample collection, information gathering, patient follow‐up, data collection, medication administration, collaboration, patient education, emergency response, patient preparation, and sedation.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing
• State of Oklahoma Registered Nurse Licensure
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
• Advanced knowledge of techniques needed to diagnose and treat illness or injury related issues
• Advanced knowledge of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to deal with staff, physicians, visitors, vendors, and patients in a tactful, diplomatic, and pleasant manner
• Must be detail oriented and organized
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Basic math and computer skills
• Ability to build and maintain rapport with students, faculty, staff, and providers
• Ability to solve problems

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Responsibilities

• Assists physician during the examination as needed.
• Prepares patient for examination.
• Ensures that all information is available to the physician.
• Collects samples from patients to include but not limited to blood, urine, etc.
• Prepares samples for analysis or shipment.
• Takes and records various readings to include but not limited to heart and respiratory rate, blood pressure, weight, body temperature, etc.
• Makes or follows up on patient appointments.
• Answers routine questions from patients, family, or caregivers.
• Provides educational information to patients, family, or caregivers.
• Collects all laboratory reports, data, and records.
• Under direction of physician or other medical personnel, administers medication to patients.
• Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to provide efficient quality patient care.
• Responds to and intervenes in emergency situations to include but not limited to anaphylaxis, hypoglycemia, hypotension, hemorrhage, respiratory distress, etc.
• Directs and evaluates the work of some personnel to include but not limited to Clinic Clerks, Medical Assistants, and other Nurses.
• Acts as a lead employee when work performed requires little or no direct supervision.
• Assists with conscious sedation of patients.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Benefits

• The University of Oklahoma values our community's unique talents, perspectives, and experiences.
• Opportunity for professional growth and development.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree