Registered Nurse

American Oncology Network•Hot Springs, AR

19d•$29 - $42•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 position administers chemotherapy, immunotherapy, biotherapy, supportive care, and non-oncologic agents in accordance with provider orders and Oncology Nursing Society standards and guidelines. It also includes patient and caregiver education, ongoing patient assessment and support, telephone triage, accurate electronic medical record documentation, appropriate charge capture, and safe disposal of biohazardous waste. Additional duties include assisting with supply inventory and restocking, completing required safety and nursing training, attending mandatory staff meetings, maintaining confidentiality, and helping train new employees. The nurse may work at other company locations as needed and is expected to work overtime when given sufficient notice. The role complies with applicable laws and company and departmental policies and 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 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 emergencies.
Fluency in English with excellent oral and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
EMR skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-site environment and manage competing priorities and demands from multiple stakeholders and sites.
Travel required: less than 25%.
Standard workdays and hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.

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 in accordance with OSHA and NIOSH guidelines.
Provide new and ongoing patient education, continual assessment, and support.
Document treatment rendered in the Electronic Medical Record accurately, thoroughly, and on time.
Ensure appropriate charges are captured by following guidelines for medication administration and other activities.
Follow proper patient identification procedures for all patient encounters.
Educate patients and caregivers about medications, side effects, and planned treatment courses; interact with patients and families in a caring, professional manner.
Triage incoming telephone calls and messages, prioritize them from emergent to non-urgent, and respond within an appropriate time frame.
Assist with inventory and restocking of medical supplies, recommend purchases as needed, and put stock away 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 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.