Registered Nurse

American Oncology Network•Hot Springs, AR

17d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides safe, accurate, and efficient patient care at Genesis Cancer and Blood Institute. Care includes patient assessment, review of laboratory results and vital signs, medication safety and dose verification, drug administration, and triage when necessary. The nurse communicates patient conditions effectively to multidisciplinary team members and follows all job breakdown instructions (JBIs) associated with the role. The role administers oncology and other medications, educates and supports patients and caregivers, documents care in the electronic medical record, and helps maintain supplies and train new employees. The nurse may work at other company locations as needed and is expected to work overtime when given sufficient notice. The position also requires adherence to applicable laws, regulations, company policies, confidentiality requirements, and safety procedures.

Requirements

Nursing degree.
Unencumbered RN license in the state of employment or a multi-state license.
Current CPR and BLS certifications.
Valid driver's license and a vehicle for travel to other clinic locations as needed.
Experience with hematology/oncology patients in a clinic or hospital setting.
Ability to assess patient needs and condition.
Strong critical-thinking skills and ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Fluency in English and excellent oral and written communication skills.
Problem-solving, analytical, decision-making, planning, time-management, and organizational skills; attention to detail and ability to exercise independent judgment.
Interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, diplomacy, tact, conflict management, delegation skills, and diversity awareness; ability to work effectively with sensitive and confidential material and emotionally charged matters.
Effective oral, written, and presentation communication; active listening and ability to provide balanced feedback.
Strong customer focus and ability to collaborate and build effective relationships with employees, physicians, and the community.
Ability to manage time, conflicting priorities, stress, and professional development; self-motivated, able to work independently with limited supervision.
Ability to work remotely effectively as required and in a fast-paced, multi-site environment while managing competing priorities and demands.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and EMR.

Nice To Haves

A second language is an asset but is not required.

Responsibilities

Safely and accurately administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, biotherapy, supportive care, and non-oncologic agents as ordered by providers, following Oncology Nursing Society standards and guidelines.
Dispose of biohazardous waste safely and accurately in accordance with OSHA and NIOSH guidelines.
Provide ongoing patient assessment, support, and education.
Document treatment thoroughly, accurately, and promptly in the electronic medical record; ensure appropriate charges are captured according to medication-administration and activity guidelines.
Follow proper patient identification procedures for all patient encounters.
Educate patients and caregivers about medications, side effects, and planned treatment courses, and interact with patients and families in a caring, professional manner.
Triage and prioritize incoming calls and messages from patients, family members, hospitals, nursing facilities, pharmacies, and physician offices, responding within an appropriate timeframe.
Assist with inventory and restocking medical supplies, recommend purchases as needed, and place stock in storage areas promptly.
Complete annual required safety and nursing trainings and attend mandatory staff meetings as necessary.
Maintain the confidentiality of patient and employee information.
Assist in training new employees on job duties according to JBIs.
Work at any company location as needed to support business needs, within reasonable expectations, and work overtime when given sufficient notice.
Comply with applicable federal and state laws and regulations and adhere to company and departmental policies and procedures, including IT policies and the Disaster Plan.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.