Registered Nurse (RN) – Radiation Oncology – Perrysburg Medical Center

Mercy Health • Perrysburg, OH

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 16 Work Shift: Days (United States of America) Mercy Health About Us As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive. 735N02 - RN Radiation Oncology / 735N02FR - RN Radiation Oncology (Flat rate) / 735N02FR - RN Radiation Oncology (Flat rate) – Perrysburg Medical Center Job Summary: The RN Radiation Oncology provides nursing care and patient education for the patient during radiation therapy treatment course. The RN Radiation Oncology will assist with IV therapy for CT simulation.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school or college of nursing (required)
• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of practice (required)
• CPR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (required)
• Monitor patient conditions during treatment
• Administer non-intravenous medications
• Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care
• Record patient medical histories
• Analyzing data or information
• Attention to detail
• Acceptance of authority
• Critical thinking
• Communication with family members
• Teamwork
• Conflict resolution
• Active listening
• Relationship building

Nice To Haves

• BSN Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred); required within five years of hire if working within RSFH
• OCN Oncology Certified Nurse (preferred)
• ONS Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy certified, or other chemotherapy certification (preferred)
• ONS Radiation Oncology Certification (preferred)
• 2 years’ previous Oncology experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care and implements the Radiation Oncologist’s order(s).
• Assesses patients prior to being seen by the physician.
• Documents and evaluates all patient related information such as weight, vital signs, and medications.
• Assesses patients for special needs and plans appropriate nursing interventions: a) Skin reactions; b) dietary needs; c) social service needs and d) psychological needs.
• Communicates with patients via phone regarding acute situations then notifies physician and provides appropriate follow up to the patient.
• Assures comprehensive patient care based on appropriate assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, and education of the patient.
• Supports patient education and orientation.
• Distributes site specific educational material to patients and family.
• Provide patients with information on what to expect during radiation treatments and follow up care.
• Assists with special procedures and monitors patient conditions.
• Provides IV therapy for contrast injection for CT simulation.
• Schedules patient’s follow-up visits, off-site procedures and tests and notifies the business office.
• Prepares patient records for physician related visits prior to visit.
• Calls patients with test results under physicians’ direction.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree