Registered Nurse Oncology

International SOS Government Medical Services•Charleston, SC

About The Position

International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far from home. Founded in 1984, we operate in 92 countries providing integrated medical solutions to organizations with international operations. Our innovative technology and medical and security expertise focus on prevention, offering real-time, actionable insights and on-the-ground quality delivery. We provide clinical services to include “hands on” direct care at over 800 sites around the world, many of which include inpatient clinical care capabilities. With 12,000 staff (including 5,200 medical and behavioral health providers) our services include the design, deployment, and operation of healthcare solutions including freestanding surgical facilities in remote and austere environments, telemedicine consultation through a wide range of virtual modalities, referrals to a global network of more than 100,000 vetted providers, and global aeromedical evacuation. Within our portfolio of companies, International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc., headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to Government defense and civil agencies and government contractors, including support to military exercises and operations, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care. To protect your workforce, we are at your fingertips: internationalsos.com This position is contingent upon award of contract

Requirements

Current, full, active, and unrestricted Registered Nurse license in a United States state, territory, commonwealth, or the District of Columbia.
Successful completion of the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses.
Basic Life Support certification issued by the American Heart Association.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification, as required for emergency response.
Completion of the Oncology Nursing Society Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course (minimum requirement).
Minimum of two years of recent experience (within the last six months) performing chemotherapy and/or immunotherapy administration in an infusion clinic or infusion suite.
Must possess at least two years of direct patient care within the last three years as a Chemo Registered Nurse.
Demonstrated competency in oncology and infusion nursing practice.
Proficiency in chemotherapy and immunotherapy administration and safe handling of hazardous drugs.
Competency in managing infusion reactions and medical emergencies.
Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing approved by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, or the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
Must be able to read, write, and speak English to effectively communicate.
US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card is required.
Pass/possess VA Public Trust Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation certification is preferred.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing or higher is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess, monitor, and manage patients receiving chemotherapy and/or immunotherapy, including evaluation of physiological, psychological, emotional, and age-specific needs.
Administer antineoplastic and immunotherapy treatments in accordance with provider orders, Veterans Affairs policies, and Oncology Nursing Society guidelines.
Monitor patients for infusion reactions, adverse events, and changes in condition; initiate appropriate emergency interventions and promptly notify providers.
Access, manage, and maintain venous access devices including peripheral intravenous lines, peripherally inserted central catheters, implanted ports (Port-A-Cath), and other vascular access devices.
Perform venipuncture, blood transfusions, administration of high-alert medications, intravenous fluids, antibiotics, and other prescribed therapies within the Infusion Suite.
Interpret laboratory values relevant to oncology and infusion care and integrate findings into patient care.
Provide patient and family education regarding treatment plans, medications, potential side effects, symptom management, and follow-up care.
Document all assessments, interventions, treatments, and patient education in the Veterans Affairs Computerized Patient Record System and Veterans Health Information Systems and Technology Architecture.
Collaborate with oncologists, pharmacists, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure safe, coordinated, and effective patient care.
Maintain compliance with Veterans Affairs infection control standards, Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act privacy rules, and information security policies.
Participate in required Veterans Affairs orientation, competency validation, ongoing training, and annual mandatory education.
Provide coverage for scheduled Chemotherapy and Infusion Clinic shifts, including weekdays, weekends, and federal holidays as required.
Completes required organizational compliance education, including assigned requirements that are client-specified, for Joint Commission Healthcare Staffing Services certification or other regulatory bodies.