Registered Nurse - Surgical Oncology

St. Luke's University Health Network • Quakertown, PA

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) delivers nursing care to patients across their life span. Using the nursing process, the RN assesses, plans, implements, and documents the effects of care. The RN works cooperatively with ancillary, nursing, and other patient-team personnel to maintain standards for professional nursing practice. Nursing functions are carried out according to the Pennsylvania Nurse Practice Act, hospital policy, the hospital Mission Statement, and the Philosophy of the Department of Nursing.

The position includes an individualized orientation program for all areas. One year of medical/surgical experience is preferred, and successful completion of BLS is required.

Requirements

• Current RN license in the State of Pennsylvania.
• Evidence of successful completion of BLS.

Nice To Haves

• One year of medical/surgical experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-depth, systematic assessments of assigned patients.
• Formulate collaborative, individualized plans of care and identify expected patient outcomes using the nursing process.
• Implement, evaluate, and document patient-care interventions and their effectiveness in accordance with the care plan.
• Organize, coordinate, and prioritize patient care using available resources.
• Maintain awareness of the unit budget.
• Serve as a professional role model and resource person, providing guidance to coworkers.
• Take an active role in unit-based performance improvement.
• Maintain responsibility for professional development through participation in in-services and/or continuing education programs.
• Comply with the established chain of command for work-related problems.
• Participate in identifying unit needs and support unit goals and objectives that contribute to the growth of the Patient Services Department.
• Maintain departmental records for administrative and regulatory purposes.
• Collaborate with other caregivers to ensure appropriate staffing levels on all shifts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed