Registered Nurse - 7W Medical Oncology - PRN - Day Shift

CoxHealth • Springfield, MO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

700 West Medical Oncology is an inviting and welcoming unit for both patients and staff. We are a 17-room, mostly private bed, unit. Our nursing staff is highly skilled in caring for oncology, end-of-life, and medical-surgical patients. Registered Nurses administer chemotherapy, assist in symptom management of cancer and other illnesses, provide end-of-life care, and perform many other nursing skills to care for patients. RNs work closely with other medical disciplines to provide excellent patient care and outcomes. Our unit is equipped with the latest technology, including the new virtual nursing program. We have an excellent and active educator and nurses receive continuing education to ensure they are current with best practice guidelines. Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates: $1.00 Certification pay, $1.00 BSN pay. The Registered Nurse is responsible for managing the care of the patients experiencing medical conditions or surgical procedures. The nurse must be able to assess patient condition, administer medications, change dressings, monitor vital signs, keep records and provide patients and families with support and education. The Registered Nurse maintains a wide array of medical care knowledge in order to care for a diverse group of patients.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program
• RN license active in the state of Missouri
• BLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrate effective leadership abilities
• Exhibits valuable time management skills
• Strong critical thinking/problem solving skills
• Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
• Previous nursing experience

Responsibilities

• Administer chemotherapy
• Assist in symptom management of cancer and other illnesses
• Provide end-of-life care
• Perform nursing skills to care for patients
• Assess patient condition
• Administer medications
• Change dressings
• Monitor vital signs
• Keep records
• Provide patients and families with support and education

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Retirement with Employer Match
• $1.00 Certification pay
• $1.00 BSN pay

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree