Registered Nurse - Ambulatory Medical Oncology

Alice Hyde Medical Center•Malone, NY

19d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides safe nursing care for patients in the Reddy Cancer Center by demonstrating nursing knowledge through the application of the nursing process specific to data collection, assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Acts in accordance with the American Nurses Association code for nurses, follows the New York State Nurse Practice Act, and adheres to the definition and philosophy of the Alice Hyde Nursing Department. Demonstrates knowledge of principles of growth and development; advocates and practices age specific, patient focused care to include, adults, and geriatrics. Leadership abilities are demonstrated in functioning as a professional role model. Must be able to function independently within the Reddy Cancer Center. The nurse may be required to provide chemotherapy, special medical outpatient procedures, clinical coverage in radiation oncology department, and other procedures as indicated for optimum cancer care. Registered Nurses as Alice Hyde Medical Center will be working in an environment of professional growth and personal satisfaction that promotes excellence in patient care. Registered Nurses will be expected to follow through the nursing philosophy and to work within Alice Hyde Medical Center’s Mission, Vision and REACH values. Individuals will report to work in a prepared manner and will be expected to be productive and professional while in the work environment.

Requirements

Registered nursing degree from an accredited school of nursing.
Hold current RN New York State licensure.
Must be BLS, ACLS certified.
Medical Oncology and Infusion Suite experience strongly preferred, with experience in a clinical practice setting administering chemotherapy.
As applicable, the individual has training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of patients for which care is being provided.