Per Diem Nurse - Infusion Center - PD Varies

University of California, Irvine • Orange, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Incumbent provides patient care to an assigned group of patients in the Cancer Center. The nurse incorporates the psycho-motor and age appropriate cognitive skills of the patient/family/significant other utilizing knowledge of patient assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation. Assists in patient research accrual by varied projects and reviewing patient schedules against available protocols. Acts as a role model to students and Clinical Nurse's new to the unit. Functions as a (PCC)Patient Care Coordinator as requested by the supervisor/manager.

Requirements

• One year of Oncology experience or one year of MedSurg experience and completion of OCN Cancer Basics class
• Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties
• Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job
• Minimum of six months demonstrated nursing experience
• Knowledge and practice of body mechanics
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Demonstrated knowledge and practice of infection control techniques
• Current chemotheropy/biotherapy card required within 3 months of hire
• Current California RN license
• Current BLS certification
• All external candidates must have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues, physicians and others as part of a care team
• Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System
• Must be able to provide proof of work authorization

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of JCAHO requirements
• Oncology Certification
• Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and forms
• Bilingual skills to communicate effectively with patients and families

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care to an assigned group of patients in the Cancer Center.
• Incorporates the psycho-motor and age appropriate cognitive skills of the patient/family/significant other utilizing knowledge of patient assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation.
• Assists in patient research accrual by varied projects and reviewing patient schedules against available protocols.
• Acts as a role model to students and Clinical Nurse's new to the unit.
• Functions as a (PCC)Patient Care Coordinator as requested by the supervisor/manager.

Benefits

• medical insurance
• sick and vacation time
• retirement savings plans
• access to a number of discounts and perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level