Registered Nurse, Outpatient Clinic

City of Hope•Newnan, GA

16h

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides nursing and case management services to patients and families, coordinating comprehensive care throughout the healthcare journey. The role assesses patients’ clinical and life issues, develops and coordinates care plans, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to support optimal outcomes. With oncology expertise, the nurse monitors and addresses symptoms and treatment side effects, educates patients and families about diseases and treatment plans, and addresses quality-of-life concerns. The nurse documents assessments, interventions, and patient education in the electronic medical record, communicates with patients and the care team, supports informed treatment decisions, and connects patients with ancillary services and resources. The nurse also promotes collaboration and excellent customer service, follows facility policies and regulatory requirements, performs central line care, medication administration, and procedure assistance, and helps ensure efficient service delivery by covering for team members and responding promptly to patient calls and drop-ins. The position requires working Monday through Friday on the first/day shift.

Requirements

Current Georgia RN license from an accredited college.
BSN required, or enrollment in a BSN program within six months of hire and completion of the BSN within three years from the hire date.
BLS certification; obtain AHA certification within 30 days of hire.
Must be able to work Monday through Friday on the first/day shift.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing and case management services to patients and families, coordinating care throughout the healthcare journey.
Assess patients’ clinical and life issues and coordinate care plans with the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Monitor and address oncology-related symptoms and treatment side effects; educate patients and families about diseases and treatment plans.
Address patient quality-of-life issues.
Document assessments, interventions, and patient education in the electronic medical record in a timely and thorough manner.
Communicate effectively with patients and the healthcare team to coordinate care.
Provide patient education and support informed decision-making about treatment options.
Ensure patients have access to ancillary services and resources.
Promote communication and collaboration among healthcare team members, patients, and families, and strive for excellent customer service and positive outcomes.
Perform tasks in accordance with facility policies, regulatory requirements, and best nursing practices, including central line care, medication administration, and procedure assistance.
Cover for team members, respond promptly to patient calls and drop-ins, and meet hospital turnaround time goals.