Oncology RN- Triage

The US Oncology Network•Vancouver, WA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Compass Oncology, the Pacific Northwest’s largest private Cancer Care Clinic group, is looking for an exceptional Triage Registered Nurses (RN). Working the front lines of patient interaction, this individual will help guide our patients, answer clinical questions, and gather more information for our physicians so changes or adaptations to current regimens happen in a timely manner. While a current or pending OCN certification is preferred, a nurse with high level triage experience and strong assessment skills will find success in this role.

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.
Current CPR certification required.
Minimum of (0-3) years of nursing experience required.

Nice To Haves

Current or pending Oncology or applicable specialty certification preferred.
Oncology or applicable specialty experience preferred.
Experience and knowledge of the purpose and use of medications in the treatment of cancer is preferred.

Responsibilities

Addresses patient calls, portal messages and emails in a timely manner concerning a wide range of symptom / side effect related topics
Asks appropriate, open-ended questions as well as utilizes computerized algorithms/pathways to assist in the assessment of patient’s symptom and side effect management inquiries and documentation of such interventions.
Assesses urgency of patient symptoms / side effects and addresses them appropriately, aggressively managing them to prevent unnecessary emergency department and hospital utilization
Documents all conversations with patients to maintain a comprehensive medical record
Provides clear instruction and education to patients via the telephone
Evaluates and determines if emergency care is needed, or if the patient can be seen in the outpatient clinic
Collaborates with physicians via electronic communication, face to face, or the telephone to discuss patient care needs that cannot be independently and appropriately addressed using standing orders or practice protocols
Sets up same day and/or future provider/infusion room appointments to address symptom management concerns
Participates in cross-training programs to develop skills across multiple areas of the practice and provide support where needed.
Additional duties as assigned.