Registered Nurse - Oncology Chemotherapy Treatment Unit - RN

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Location: Gonda 10 East, Medical Oncology Cancer Treatment Unit which has 53 private spaces for medication administration. As a registered nurse (RN) in this collaborative role, you'll be an integral part of a dedicated team, administering cutting-edge treatments like chemotherapeutic agents, immunotherapy, and hormonal injections. You'll work closely with colleagues on liver-directed therapy, innovative treatments, research trials, cancer prevention vaccines, and assisting surgeons with intratumoral cancer procedures. Our on-site lab for venous collection allows you to collect samples from oncology and hematology patients using Ports and PICC lines, all while working alongside a supportive team. This position offers numerous opportunities to enhance your technical skills by placing peripheral IVs in a diverse patient population. Additionally, you'll provide vital educational reinforcement, therapeutic communication, and emotional reassurance in the outpatient setting. This fast-paced, team-oriented environment fosters collaboration and allows you to practice at the top of your scope, making a real difference in patients' lives every day. The primary role of the RN in this position is administration of chemotherapeutic agents and patient education in the outpatient setting. The registered nurse (RN) is accountable for the coordination of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care. The RN supports professional nursing practice across practice settings and across the continuum of care to meet the needs of the patient and family. The RN will function within the Mayo Clinic Nursing Professional Practice Model, which includes accountability for planning, implementing, evaluating and communicating all phases of nursing care for assigned patients. The ANA Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice provide a basis for the practice of the RN. The RN provides leadership through activities such as preceptor role, informal and formal leadership roles, and quality improvement efforts. The RN delegates patient care according to skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability and availability of resources. The RN possesses excellent communication skills; is skillful in mentoring and teaching; and may participate on committees or projects. A subset of employees may be required to drive their personal vehicle as a part of the responsibility of their role. Discover what it's like to be a Chemotherapy Infusion RN at Mayo Clinic, where every day brings the opportunity to make a meaningful difference. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aFCmx_73uaw&list=PLSWR1ylG_6JYNZqdyDC00EyrdleJ-0Ouf For New Graduate Nurses: Please apply through the Nurse Residency Program posting, which is specifically designed to support New Graduate RNs. Within the Nurse Residency application process, you may indicate work units and specialties of interest. If selected to move forward, you will meet with a Nursing Placement Coordinator who will help you explore Mayo Clinic opportunities that are best aligned with your current and future professional goals. Together, we'll identify a work area that provides an excellent foundation for your nursing career. This role is eligible for TN sponsorship. Successful sponsorship will require state licensure and completion of the VisaScreen or equivalent certification. Graduate of a nursing program, as recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA).

Requirements

• Graduate of a nursing program, as recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA).
• One year of RN experience required.
• All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date of April 1, 2020, and after must provide documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program within five years from the last day of the month of the RN start date.
• All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date prior to April 1, 2020 must provide documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program as stipulated by the degree requirement program in place at time of hire.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Computer skills required, prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours, which may include days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends and on-call.
• Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting.
• Demonstrated leadership, effective communicator, and excellent critical thinking skills.
• Internal applicants are required to attach their three most recent performance appraisals.
• Current RN license by applicable state requirements.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) must be valid for 90 days post start date; acceptable certifications include: American Heart Association (AHA)/ Heartcode® BLS, Military Training Network, Red Cross (CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers).
• Additional state licensure(s) and/or specialty certification/training as required by the work area.

Responsibilities

• Coordination of nursing care
• Direct patient care
• Patient/family education
• Transitions of care
• Planning, implementing, evaluating and communicating all phases of nursing care for assigned patients
• Delegates patient care according to skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability and availability of resources
• Administration of chemotherapeutic agents
• Patient education in the outpatient setting

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees