Oncology RN - Infusion

The US Oncology Network•Tigard, OR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Compass Oncology, the Pacific Northwest’s largest private Cancer Care Clinic group, is looking for an exceptional Registered Nurses (RN) to support our Infusion Oncology care team at our West Cancer Center clinic in Clackamas, OR. Oncology experience is a plus, and previous Infusion Oncology experience highly preferred. This individual must also possess strong multi-tasking abilities, and bring positivity and passion to their work. If you want to join a team that is on the cutting edge of cancer care, while always putting the patient first, we want to hear from you! Compass Oncology team brings together leading cancer experts in the fields of surgical, medical and radiation oncology, pathology and palliative care to provide the most comprehensive cancer care possible and an even more cohesive patient experience. In addition, the majority of our physicians specialize in particular cancer types, bringing a heightened level of expertise to our patients. If you are a dedicated, team-oriented, patient-centered individual looking for an opportunity where you are proud of what you do, work hard, have fun, want to learn and go home at the end of the day knowing you made a difference in the lives of our patients; Compass Oncology is the place for you! As a member of The US Oncology Network, one of the nation's largest community-based cancer treatment and research networks, Compass Oncology participates in leading-edge clinical trials through US Oncology research, which has helped develop 89 FDA approved cancer therapies. We serve the Portland and Vancouver communities with clinical offices located throughout the metro area.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education, BSN preferred.
Dual licensure in Oregon (OR) and Washington (WA) must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date.
Chemotherapy Immunotherapy provider card, preferred.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Must maintain continuing education requirements.
Minimum (1-3 years) of nursing experience including at least (1) year in oncology preferred.

Nice To Haves

Oncology experience is a plus
Previous Infusion Oncology experience highly preferred
Strong multi-tasking abilities
Positivity and passion for work

Responsibilities

Assists physician with exams and procedures.
Maintains efficient and appropriate patient flow in and out of exam rooms.
Assesses patients for changes in condition, including but not limited to abnormal labs, x-rays, scans, drug reactions and initiates appropriate action.
Facilitates dose modification by assessing patient, assessing labs, consulting protocol or treatment plan, calculating dose, and consulting physician regarding dosage modifications, problems, and symptom management.
Performs venipuncture, accesses implanted ports and maintains central lines catheter devices.
Administers all medications/blood products using correct medication/blood product, dosage/amount, route, time and technique.
Documents nursing assessments, patient teaching and fluid and medication administration in the patient chart.
Communicates all pertinent information and any interventions to the physician.
Assures nursing charges are accurate and complete on patient fee slips.
Acts as a resource person to the medical assistants.
Triages patient phone calls as needed and documents relevant information in the patients chart.
Assesses patient/family needs and provides teaching and other instructional material.
Demonstrates awareness of community resources available to patients and assists with referrals if necessary.
Manages patient medication refill requests from the pharmacy telephone line and records the information in the patient chart.
Provides nursing coverage for the satellite offices as needed.
Follows OSHA guidelines when handling cytotoxic agents, biohazardous waste and any other material potentially infected with a blood borne pathogen.
Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
Participates in cross-training programs to develop skills across multiple areas of the practice and provide support where needed.