Registered Nurse (RN) – Radiation Oncology – Cancer Center Elyria

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Elyria, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 Work Shift: Days (United States of America) THIS IS A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT POSITION. Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position: Provides nursing care and patient education for the patient during radiation therapy treatment course at the Cancer Center. Assists with IV therapy for CT simulation. Models the BSMH values and incorporates the mission in care provided.

Requirements

• Required Minimum Education: RN accredited facility for nursing education
• Licensure/Certification Required: Registered Nurse

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Education: Diploma/Associates in Nursing
• Preferred: Oncology experience
• Preferred: Oncology Certification through ONS

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.
• Provides support for patient education and orientation.
• Distributes site specific educational material to patient and family.
• The RN will provide the patient 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 patient with test results under physicians’ direction.
• Maintains exam room supplies and appearance.
• Assists in the coordination of inpatient transfers and consultations.
• Obtains hospital records needed for consultation for day of visit.
• Serves as a liaison with other disciples: A) Social Services; B) Nutritional Services; C) Pain Management; D) Hospice; and E) hospital nursing units/departments, etc.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives to continuously improve nursing care provided.

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