RN- Registered Nurse- Henry Cancer Center- Oncology Unit

Geisinger•Wilkes-Barre, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse in the Henry Cancer Center Oncology Unit assesses, plans, organizes, performs, and evaluates nursing activities to meet individual patient needs. The role promotes adaptive responses of patients and families, supports safety and patient satisfaction, and provides compassionate care throughout the continuum of care. The nurse coordinates patient care and staff interactions and works with interdisciplinary teams to address patient and family needs, education, and discharge planning. This inpatient position provides care in an acuity-adaptable setting, from medical-surgical to advanced levels of care. The nurse receives specialized training in chemotherapy and bone marrow transplant care, with clinical orientation in the Henry Cancer Center infusion department, the GWV inpatient oncology unit, and the Progressive Care Unit. The role also partners with the palliative care team. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. The position is based at Geisinger Wyoming Valley and is scheduled for 36 hours per week. Hours are 7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., with every-other-weekend and holiday requirements. Geisinger Wyoming Valley has received ANCC Magnet Recognition for nursing practice and quality patient care.

Requirements

Graduate from a nursing specialty training program.
Hold a current Licensed Registered Nurse credential for Pennsylvania.
Hold Basic Life Support certification.
Meet the qualifications to provide care for patients in the assigned nursing unit.
Work 36 scheduled hours per week, including 7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. hours and every other weekend and holiday.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Nursing is preferred.
Clinical skills, communication and interpersonal communication, organizing, preceptor skills, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

Complete patient assessments in accordance with scope of practice and unit standards.
Address the physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patients and families throughout care.
Formulate, coordinate, and provide plans of care, including patient and family education and discharge planning, in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
Provide direct patient care, including treatments, medications, and diagnostic studies, according to policy and procedure.
Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing interventions and revise plans of care based on patient responses.
Collaborate with physicians, ancillary personnel, and interdisciplinary team members to proactively resolve and facilitate patient needs.
Troubleshoot equipment and take corrective measures in its care and handling.
Participate in unit-based decision-making concerning evidence-based practice.
Work as a team member toward unit and organizational goals and remain accountable for unit- and system-specific metrics.
Participate in patient quality and safety education and activities that improve departmental and organizational quality and safety.
Coordinate patient care and collaboration among multidisciplinary clinical teams.
Promote adaptive responses of patients and families to support high-quality care, safety, and patient and family experience.
Partner with the palliative care team.
Comply with job-specific obligations and organizational policies and procedures.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one.
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents.
Healthcare and dependent-care flexible spending accounts and a health savings account with an employer contribution.
Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
Paid time off accrual plan.
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year.
MyHealth Rewards wellness program with a financial incentive.
Adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, and military leave pay.
Free Care.com membership with discounted backup care.
Employee Assistance Program, including referrals for childcare, eldercare, and pet care; legal guidance; mental health visits; work-life support; and digital self-help tools.
Voluntary accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, universal life, pet, and legal insurance.
Hiring incentive of up to $26,000 for eligible candidates.
Shift differentials of up to $7 for evening, night, and weekend shifts.
Healthcare benefits from day one for full-time and part-time positions, including coverage for domestic partners.