PRN Registered Nurse (RN)

The US Oncology Network•Austin, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Texas Oncology is seeking a PRN Registered Nurse (RN) to join their team, supporting the medical oncology and infusion departments at the Austin Midtown location. This PRN role operates Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, with no weekend, call, or major holiday work required. The position requires a minimum commitment of one day per week. The role can be classified as Level 1, 2, or Sr, depending on the candidate's experience. Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the nation, with a mission to make high-quality cancer care accessible in communities, allowing patients to fight cancer close to home with the support of loved ones. They utilize leading-edge technology and research to deliver evidence-based cancer care, aiming for "More breakthroughs. More victories."® in cancer treatment. Texas Oncology currently treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer annually.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education, BSN preferred.
RN state license and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
0-3 years nursing experience, preferably at least one year in oncology/infusion.
IV Skills preferred.
OCN certification and/or oncology experience preferred.
3-5 years nursing experience including at least one year in oncology preferred.
Five years nursing experience, including at least one year in oncology preferred.

Nice To Haves

BSN preferred.
IV Skills preferred.
OCN certification and/or oncology experience preferred.
at least one year in oncology preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate and promote the continuity of care consistent with established standards and practices.
Assesses health status by interviewing patient regarding current status and medical history.
Assesses patient/family needs and provides teaching and other instructional material.
Provides psychosocial support to patients and families.
Prepares and administers therapies under the direction and supervision of a physician.
Administers all medications/blood products using correct medication/blood product, dosage/amount, route, time and technique.
Facilitates dose modification by assessing patient, assessing labs, consulting protocol or treatment plan, calculating dose, and consulting physician regarding dosage modifications, problems and symptom management.
Performs venipuncture, accesses implanted ports and maintains central lines catheter devices.
Facilitates clinical operations and patient care.
Manages patient medication refill requests from the pharmacy telephone line and records the information in the patient chart.
Triages patient phone calls as needed and documents relevant information in the patient's chart.
Assist patients in locating available community resources.