Registered Nurse

The US Oncology Network•Chicago, IL

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care for patients in accordance with national and company standards and specialty regulations. The nurse demonstrates knowledge of physiological, psychological, developmental, and age-specific differences among late-adolescent, adult, middle-aged, and elderly patients. The role collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to assess and therapeutically manage patient and family needs and supports the US Oncology Compliance Program, including its Code of Ethics and Business Standards. The nurse plans, implements, coordinates, evaluates, and promotes continuity of care; assesses patients and documents their status and care; administers therapies under physician direction; supports patients and families; and contributes to safe clinic operations. The role also assists with clinical research, supports and guides less experienced staff, and maintains oncology nursing knowledge through ongoing professional development.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited professional nursing education program.
Hold an RN state license and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in the practicing state.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Maintain continuing education requirements.
3–5 years of nursing experience, including at least one year in oncology preferred.
Ability to meet the role’s physical requirements, including extensive standing and walking, handling and lifting patients, and occasionally lifting or carrying items up to 40 pounds.
Corrected vision and hearing within the normal range.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
At least one year of oncology nursing experience preferred.
Oncology certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate, and promote continuity of care in line with established standards and practices.
Assess patient health status through interviews about current status and medical history.
Collect and record nursing assessments and interventions.
Review and report assessment and examination results, relevant laboratory and radiographic data, and psychosocial assessments to the provider.
Provide psychosocial support to patients and families and maintain patient confidentiality.
Prepare and administer therapies under the direction and supervision of a physician.
Administer medications and blood products using the correct product, dosage, route, time, and technique.
Ensure required pre-authorization and consent forms are obtained before therapy administration where applicable.
Facilitate dose modifications by assessing patients and laboratory results, consulting protocols or treatment plans, calculating doses, and consulting physicians about dosage modifications, problems, and symptom management.
Perform venipuncture, access implanted ports, and maintain central-line catheter devices.
Maintain accurate documentation of patient care and treatments.
Apply knowledge of reimbursement procedures and charge capture.
Maintain the work environment, restock supplies as needed, and maintain equipment according to quality-control standards.
Follow OSHA guidelines when handling cytotoxic agents, biohazardous waste, and materials potentially infected with bloodborne pathogens; maintain disinfection protocols.
Manage medication refill requests received through the pharmacy telephone line and record information in patient charts.
Assist physicians with examinations and procedures.
Triage patient phone calls as needed and document relevant information in patient charts.
Facilitate communication among patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team and coordinate patient-care services as necessary.
Assist patients in locating community resources.
Assist and collaborate with clinical research.
Act as a resource to LPN/LVNs and medical assistants.
Serve as a mentor or preceptor and provide day-to-day guidance to less experienced nurses.
Participate in professional development and ongoing educational opportunities to maintain current oncology nursing knowledge.
Perform other duties as assigned.