Registered Nurse Outpatient Oncology

AdventHealth•Orlando, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Requirements

Computer proficiency [Required]
Good communication skills, both written and verbal, [Required]
Must have knowledge and skill in providing care and initiating procedures for patients with medical and/or surgical conditions
Must be competent in the use of a computer, telephone, copier, fax machine, stethoscope, blood pressure monitor, thermometer, glucose monitor, pulse oximeter, weight scale, ENT scope, personal protective equipment, and other patient care equipment necessary to perform required duties as appropriate to the scope of the practice
Must tactfully handle delicate, sensitive, and sometimes, controversial issues related to the care of terminally ill patients and their families
Must have good clinical judgment
Must promote patient safety through effective communication
Oncology experience [Required]
Knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures [Required]
Ability to work as a team player within a unit [Required]
Effective verbal and oral communication and problem-solving skills [Required]
Knowledge of Radiation Oncology clinical pathways [Required]
PACU, Pre- and Post-Anesthesia Knowledge [Required]
Associate's of Nursing [Required]
Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]
Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish) [Preferred]
Bachelor's of Nursing [Preferred]
1+ acute care experience [Preferred]
1+ oncology experience [Preferred]
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cert (ACLS) [Preferred]

Responsibilities

Performs and documents all procedures and assessments according to department policy.
Obtains or delegates the obtaining of a nursing history and complete admission assessments, including pain screening.
Evaluates patients for age-appropriate behavior, motor skills, physiological norms, and signs of abuse or neglect.
Conducts follow-up assessments and evaluations to monitor patient progress.
Identifies patient teaching needs and provide education on a planned or spontaneous basis.
Administers treatments and medications, interpret and verify physician orders, and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions.