Registered Nurse II, Oncology - 8hr, Days
About The Position
The Clinical Nurse II, Oncology is a Registered Nurse who delivers direct care to assigned oncology patients in an ambulatory setting. Nursing care follows standards of care and approved policies and procedures. Using appropriate decision-making skills, the nurse demonstrates the technical, interpersonal, and cognitive competence needed to independently and safely manage routine patient assignments. The Clinical Nurse II, Oncology establishes plans of care, sets goals, determines priorities, and provides care within established standards of practice. The role assesses patient care and learning needs, reviews diagnostic information, plans care and education with the healthcare team, makes appropriate referrals, and provides ordered IV therapy.
Requirements
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN).
- Valid California RN license.
- BLS Certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
- ACLS Certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
- One year of acute care experience in a specialty.
- For the Infusion Center: ONS Chemo/Immunotherapy Certification.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assess patient care and learning needs in routine oncology patient populations.
- Review laboratory and diagnostic data and incorporate findings into assessments.
- Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) monitoring to maintain or improve care for the oncology patient population.
- Plan patient care and education based on the disease process, anticipated outcomes, treatment complications, and psychosocial needs in collaboration with other healthcare team members.
- Initiate and follow through with appropriate referrals to interdisciplinary healthcare team members.
- Demonstrate competency in required technical skills, including IV therapy equipment utilization, universal precautions, and body mechanics.
- Establish IV access using peripheral or central catheters according to protocol.
- Prepare drugs only after IV access is established and laboratory results are verified.
- Administer IV therapy as ordered by a physician.
- Assist as a chaperone when needed after completing required Chaperone Training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
