Registered Nurse/ Staff Nurse-Oncology Casual

LADD MEMORIAL HOSPITAL•Osceola, WI

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Maintains accountability for his/her own practice; provides nursing care for patients; participates in patient and family teaching; and provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary, nursing, and other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice in the acute oncology care setting. The Registered Nurse also delegates/provides direction to other nursing personnel in the unit in accordance with their level of experience and expertise.

Requirements

Current State of Wisconsin Registered Nurse license
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
ONS Biotherapy administration certification
Graduate of accredited school of nursing
Proficient keyboarding and computer skills
Ability to learn OMC computer applications
Currently licensed in the state of Wisconsin as a Registered Nurse in good standing
ONS Biotherapy & Chemotherapy Administration Certification
Current BLS, certification or willing to obtain
Meets OMC health requirements
Ability to perform essential functions of a Registered Nurse
Knowledge of current nursing practices and technical skills
Maintains expertise in oncology nursing
Skilled in use of basic patient care equipment and supplies
Ability to demonstrate and maintain required competencies
Ability to recognize change in patient condition/body systems
Knowledge of infection control practices and their relation to patient care outcomes
Accuracy and attention to detail in performing all job duties
Ability to assess multiple systems, develop plan of care, provide intervention and education, and assess outcomes of patient care
Ensure that all physician orders are transcribed accurately and carried out as soon as possible
Ability to effectively participate in the interdisciplinary care team
Ability to delegate to appropriate care team members
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with patients, family members, and team mates
Ability to effectively handle stress
Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing
Ability to maintain confidentiality per OMC HIPAA policy
Ability to provide age appropriate and culturally appropriate care
Willingness and ability to perform additional duties on an as needed basis
Willingness to participate in the orientation process of new staff
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, kneeling, and twisting.
Ability to lift, transfer, push, and/or pull patients, equipment, and supplies up to 50 pounds independently and greater weights with assistance.
Ability to assist patients with mobility, positioning, and activities of daily living.
Manual dexterity sufficient to perform clinical procedures including venipuncture, IV insertion, medication administration, and operation of medical equipment.
Visual acuity adequate to assess patient conditions, read medical records, medication labels, and computer screens.
Auditory ability sufficient to communicate with patients, families, providers, and staff, including ability to hear alarms, monitors, and telephone communications.
Ability to respond quickly and appropriately in emergency or high-stress situations.
Frequent use of computers and electronic medical record systems requiring repetitive hand and wrist movements.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, masks, gowns, and eye protection.
Exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous medications, chemotherapy agents, bodily fluids, and other potentially hazardous materials consistent with oncology care settings.
Ability to maintain emotional resilience and concentration in a fast-paced, emotionally demanding environment.

Nice To Haves

Oncology/Infusion experience preferred
OCN (preferred to be obtained)
Voluntary participation in OMC activities
Quality Improvement activities
Community Education
Provides outstanding customer service

Responsibilities

Provides skilled nursing care in accordance with nurse practice acts
Delegates patient care appropriately to other team members.
Follows the Standards of Nursing Care as well as the Nursing Process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation while delivering high quality patient care.
Follows Oncology Nursing Society standards and maintains documentation accordingly
Administers chemotherapy/biotherapy and other infusions in the outpatient setting
Participates in the interdisciplinary plan of care to ensure that quality nursing care is provided
Utilizes community resources to enhance the care of oncology patients
Serves in the patient case manager role as needed
Reviews charts prior to the oncology clinic day to ensure that all necessary documentation is organized and easily accessible for the Oncologist
Pushes images to HP and faxes request for images to be uploaded.
Facilitates scheduling of follow-up appointments, chemotherapy appointments, and any tests ordered by the Oncologist
Ensures that orders are addressed accurately and timely.
Summarizes clinic updates and shares with team via email.
Demonstrates a team/collaborative approach with colleagues
Helps and supports co-workers and physicians
Helps and supports patients and their families
Serves as the oncology expert in the clinic/hospital/community
Applies knowledge base to clinical situation
Anticipates patient needs
Prioritizes patient care based on individual, departmental, and overall hospital patient needs
Initiates appropriate interventions in a timely manner
Interacts with physicians regarding patient status on an on-going basis
Communicates effectively with all members of the patient care team
Communicates patient status and plan of care with patient and their family
Takes initiative to complete all mandatory education requirements including HealthStream without being reminded
Attends 80% of department meetings annually.
Maintains appropriate licenses and certifications independently