Registered Nurse (RN) - Hematology/Oncology Infusion

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health • Lebanon, NH

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About The Position

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced nurse to join the ambulatory oncology infusion team at Dartmouth Cancer Center. The Oncology RN will provide specialized nursing care to Hematology/Oncology patients undergoing treatment. Duties include administration of chemotherapy, biotherapy and supportive care medications and procedures (ex: transfusions) and patient education. The ideal candidate would have oncology experience with a Chemotherapy/Biotherapy provider card from ONS but will train the right candidate. As our Hematology/Oncology Infusion Department continues to grow and expand, we are looking for nurses with an unwavering commitment to professionalism, nursing excellence and teamwork. Our clinic treats patients Monday-Friday, excluding holidays, from 730am to 6pm. Opportunity to cross train to pediatrics available.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Nursing Program required.
• Licensed Registered Nurse with New Hampshire eligibility.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate required upon hire.
• Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate (CHIC) within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Oncology experience with a Chemotherapy/Biotherapy provider card from ONS.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to assess, diagnose, identify outcomes, plan, implement and evaluate an individualized plan of care.
• Utilizes critical thinking and the nursing process to anticipate and recognize changes in patient status, taking action to modify the plan of care or to elevate to the care team as necessary.
• Practices in accordance with the ANA Code of Ethics to advocate for patients, uphold their autonomy in decision-making, ensure informed consent and assist patients in families in expressing self-determination.
• Actively seeks feedback and acts to improve performance.
• Engages in the governance of practice.
• Manages interpersonal relationships for self and with others.
• Mentors colleagues for the advancement of nursing practice and the profession.
• Assumes authority and accountability for the nursing care of patients while appropriately delegating elements of care to others members of the care delivery team in accordance with laws, regulations and policies and procedures.
• Prioritizes and organizes time to optimize patient outcomes.
• Actively seeks out the most current evidence and standards and applies and translates to daily practice.
• Role models a culture of inquiry, developing new knowledge by contributing to research, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice at the local level.
• Communicates effectively in a variety of formats in all areas of practice.
• Actively partners with others to effect change that produces positive outcomes through the exchange of knowledge.
• Precepts the student nurse, nurse extern, nurse resident, experienced clinical nurse and other members of the healthcare team.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Benefits

• Loan repayment up to $20,000.
• Relocation Assistance and a Housing Coordinator.
• Generous tuition reimbursement.
• Popular 'earned time' plan.
• Extensive CEU/Training programs.
• Access to a state-of-the-art Patient Safety and Training Simulation Center.
• Rigorous, research-focused environment.

What This Job Offers

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