Registered Nurse, Pediatric Outpatient Hematology Oncology and Infusion

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

About The Position

The Registered Nurse applies the nursing process to plan and implement patient care, including patient and family education and continuity-of-care planning. The nurse communicates pertinent patient and family information to the healthcare team, collaborates to establish patient goals, and evaluates progress to support effective outcomes. The role also supports professional growth through learning activities consistent with Board of Nursing standards. This position is with the CHOC Hem Onc Clinic and involves pediatric outpatient hematology, oncology, and infusion care. Core work includes coordinating and implementing care across the continuum, assessing patient information to determine nursing diagnoses, monitoring progress and applying interventions, and promoting health and a safe environment. The responsibilities described are a general overview; additional duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved nursing program.
Registered Nurse license (LIC-Registered Nurse).
Five years of relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

Collaborate in establishing the plan of care, coordinate and implement care delivery, and anticipate patient care needs across the continuum.
Analyze comprehensive information relevant to patient care and management to determine nursing diagnoses.
Use the nursing process to evaluate patient progress toward goals and apply appropriate interventions to support effective outcomes.
Employ strategies that promote health and a safe, healthy environment.
Provide patient and family education and participate in continuity-of-care planning.
Communicate pertinent patient and family information to the healthcare team.
Collaborate in establishing patient goals and evaluate progress.
Engage in learning activities to further professional growth in accordance with Board of Nursing standards.