RN CWW7 Oncology Fulltime Nights6/hr Premium Differential

Erlanger Health System•Chattanooga, TN

13d•Onsite

About The Position

A registered professional nurse employed by Erlanger Health System practices according to the rules and regulations of the state Nurse Practice Act and Erlanger’s Models of Care/Practice, policies, and procedures. The nurse delivers assigned patient care and supervises qualified staff to whom patient care has been delegated, using independent judgment. The nurse provides primary care individually or as part of a team, addresses patients’ physical, spiritual, emotional, and educational needs, and coordinates plans of care with other healthcare professionals. The role includes participating in and completing applicable patient safety initiatives and performing responsibilities in accordance with Erlanger Health System’s Mission, Vision, and Values. Bedside nurses are evaluated annually using a matrix of five core competencies: Customer-Focus, Cost-Effective Care, Communication, Competent Care, and Compassionate Care. Guided by the Benner Model, “from novice to expert,” the matrix tracks staff engagement, advancement, and professional development. The professional nurse provides safe and effective patient care using evidence-based best practices. This includes communicating effectively with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team; assessing and responding to patient needs and changes in condition; implementing plans of care; maintaining a safe therapeutic environment; documenting care accurately; and meeting unit-specific education and competency requirements.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
Current licensure to practice nursing in Tennessee.
BLS certification completed before going to the unit or department and maintained thereafter.
Obtain Tennessee licensure or multistate licensure from a compact state within three months of hire if not a Tennessee resident.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Prior experience delivering patient care in a similar care setting.
Nationally recognized certification in the area of practice.
Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.

Responsibilities

Deliver assigned patient care and supervise qualified staff to whom care has been delegated.
Provide primary patient care individually or as part of a team, addressing physical, spiritual, emotional, and educational needs.
Coordinate patient care plans with other healthcare professionals.
Participate in and complete patient safety initiatives appropriate to the position.
Use handoff communication and bedside shift reports to communicate with healthcare team members.
Maintain a safe therapeutic environment by following hospital policies and procedures and identifying and communicating risks to patient safety.
Perform and document comprehensive, holistic assessments; interpret and respond to abnormal diagnostic data.
Anticipate potential emergencies and intervene safely and appropriately, obtaining assistance when needed.
Build relationships with patients and families that facilitate mutual involvement in care planning.
Document concisely, accurately, and completely in accordance with hospital, regulatory, and legal requirements.
Complete population-specific mandatory education and unit-based competencies.
Provide culturally competent care to patients and families and demonstrate awareness of evidence-based practice.
Manage time appropriately and meet punctuality and attendance expectations.
Demonstrate scheduling flexibility to support patient care staffing needs.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members, seeking assistance with conflict resolution as needed.
Implement plans of care and identify resources to meet patient needs.
Identify and communicate patient condition changes that may affect staffing or safe care delivery.
Contribute to a healthy work environment through professional behavior and appropriate handling of interpersonal conflicts.
Complete hospital and unit-based education and mandatory programs.
Contribute positively to unit performance improvement outcomes and update the individual competency matrix with accomplishments.