Registered Nurse - Clinical Oncology, Cancer Institute
About The Position
Our patients come from all walks of life and so do we! We foster an environment that embraces our employees' unique strengths, experiences and perspectives which drive our exceptional patient-centered care. We strive to build a positive, supportive, and inclusive culture to deliver exceptional patient experiences and create a strong work environment. Our St. Luke’s Cancer Institute (SLCI) clinics are dynamic, full-service outpatient hematology/oncology treatment centers offering chemo/bio/and radiation therapies. Patients and their families have trusted St. Luke’s Cancer Institute for more than 50 years for advanced, compassionate care for cancer blood disorders. Today we are a network of five cancer centers dedicated to state-of-the-art treatment close to home; patient-centered care and support; cutting-edge research; and community prevention, education, and early detection initiatives. St. Luke’s holds a Commission on Cancer (CoC) cancer program accreditation - this is a quality program of the American College of Surgeons which demonstrates a cancer program’s commitment to providing high-quality, multidisciplinary, patient-centered cancer care. What you can expect from this role Full-time (0.9 FTE): day shift – no nights or weekends! Schedule: 4 days a week x 9-hour shifts SLCI Meridian, Magnet designated Sign-on bonus & relocation assistance eligible for new hires! Certification pay (ex. OCN) Float between primary RN and triage areas Primary: Evaluate patients and assist the physician with patient care, chemotherapy management, procedures, and care coordination Collaborate and work closely with an interdisciplinary team of providers, navigators, pharmacists, patient financial advocates, and other disciplines in order to provide excellent patient care Provide education and emotional support to patients and families regarding cancer treatments and management Assist with patient assessments, including vital signs and lab results, to develop and implement care plans Triage: critical thinking and assessment skills taking triage calls to evaluate patients of all ages receiving treatment Promote a positive patient experience with compassion and kindness while integrating technical skills, scientific knowledge, and a caring attitude both in the clinic and through the triage process to aid those living with cancer and their families
Requirements
- Nursing Degree
- One (1) + years’ RN experience
- Current RN licensure from the State of Practice AND Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Certified through American Safety and Health Institute, American Heart Association, or American Red Cross
Nice To Haves
- Oncology experience
- OCN certification and/or strong assessment skills
Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients and assist the physician with patient care, chemotherapy management, procedures, and care coordination
- Collaborate and work closely with an interdisciplinary team of providers, navigators, pharmacists, patient financial advocates, and other disciplines in order to provide excellent patient care
- Provide education and emotional support to patients and families regarding cancer treatments and management
- Assist with patient assessments, including vital signs and lab results, to develop and implement care plans
- Critical thinking and assessment skills taking triage calls to evaluate patients of all ages receiving treatment
- Promote a positive patient experience with compassion and kindness while integrating technical skills, scientific knowledge, and a caring attitude both in the clinic and through the triage process to aid those living with cancer and their families
Benefits
- robust benefits package to support our teams both professionally and personally
- competitive salary and retirement plans
- on-site massages
- on-site counseling via our Employee Assistance Program
- access to the Personify Health Wellness tool
- formal training and career development offerings to ensure you are meeting your career goals
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
