Oncology Registered Nurse - $2,000 Sign- On Bonus

Cancer Specialists LLC•Jacksonville, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Cancer Specialists of North Florida (CSNF), Jacksonville’s largest physician-owned private practice oncology group, is recruiting a Registered Nurse for its Ascension Riverside Office. Under general supervision, the nurse provides care to patients with hematologic malignancies and oncologic diagnoses, including medical and radiation oncology. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, and includes coverage at other CSNF clinics as needed. The posting states that there are no weekend or holiday hours and advertises a $2,000 sign-on bonus. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited professional nursing education program.
At least one year of nursing experience.
Florida State RN license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate.
ONS (or equivalent) Chemotherapy and Biotherapy course or ONS Radiation certification required within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Oncology nursing experience preferred.
Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow standard policies and procedures to carry out medical orders.
Assess patient and family learning needs, physical and mental abilities, and readiness to learn; provide teaching and instructional materials; identify community resources and assist with referrals when necessary.
Administer chemotherapy, biotherapy, hydration, hematopoietic growth factors, and other medications under physician direction and supervision.
Monitor, analyze, and communicate laboratory data, imaging, and other test results to identify changes in patient status; communicate pertinent information and interventions to the physician.
Assess patients’ biophysical, psychosocial, performance-status, self-care, educational, spiritual, and emotional needs.
Perform simple and complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including venipunctures, vascular-device care, and dressing changes.
Perform telephone triage, assess problems, and plan appropriate patient interventions; complete tasks in the ONCO EMR system in a timely manner.
Document nursing assessments, patient teaching, and fluid and medication administration in patient charts.
Act as a resource for medical assistants and other staff.
Follow safety and quality-control measures, including OSHA, infection-control, and sterilization criteria.
Maintain a clean and safe environment.
Provide nursing coverage at other CSNF clinics as needed.
Mentor and precept less experienced staff as needed.
Maintain patient confidentiality.
Perform other duties as assigned.