Registered Nurse 2 - Infusion/Oncology - Kendall – Full Time
About The Position
The University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a Chemotherapy/Infusion Registered Nurse 2 for UMHC/SCCC at Kendall. The Chemotherapy nurse will be a professional registered nurse who standard chemotherapy and biotherapy agents, research study and non-chemotherapy medications. Assesses assigned patients and evaluates plans to include documentation of nursing care. Reports symptoms and changes in patients’ condition and vital signs. Modifies patient treatment plans as indicated by patients’ responses, conditions and physician orders. Reviews, evaluates and reports diagnostic tests to assess patient’s condition. Consults with physicians and other healthcare professionals related to assigned patients to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans. Prepares patients for, and assists with examinations, procedures and treatments. Considers patient age and culture during patient treatments and provides any needed information regarding treatment plan. Nurtures a compassionate environment by providing psychological support. Performs appropriate patient tests and safely administers medications within the scope of practice. Administers and maintains accurate records related to medications and treatments as per regulatory bodies, policies, procedures and physician orders. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing, BSN required
- Registered Nurse License
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy & Biotherapy Administration Guidelines provider course
- Minimum of two (2) years relevant work experience
Nice To Haves
- Oncology certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Assesses assigned patients and evaluates plans to include documentation of nursing care.
- Reports symptoms and changes in patients’ condition and vital signs.
- Modifies patient treatment plans as indicated by patients’ responses, conditions and physician orders.
- Reviews, evaluates and reports diagnostic tests to assess patient’s condition.
- Consults with physicians and other healthcare professionals related to assigned patients to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
- Prepares patients for, and assists with examinations, procedures and treatments.
- Considers patient age and culture during patient treatments and provides any needed information regarding treatment plan.
- Nurtures a compassionate environment by providing psychological support.
- Performs appropriate patient tests and safely administers medications within the scope of practice.
- Administers and maintains accurate records related to medications and treatments as per regulatory bodies, policies, procedures and physician orders.
Benefits
- The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
