Registered Nurse - Competitive Wages!

ADVANCED CORRECTIONAL HEALTHCARE•Raleigh, NC

4d•$33 - $45

About The Position

Traversal Health provides medical oncology care to patients in correctional facilities, with a focus on safe, dignified, evidence-based treatment. The Oncology Infusion RN provides care throughout the disease process, from diagnosis to end of life, and helps patients navigate their diagnosis while supporting autonomy and dignity. The role works collaboratively with oncology providers and correctional health staff and may include some remote work with a reliable internet connection, as operational needs allow. It offers opportunities for professional growth and leadership in a growing organization.

Requirements

Current North Carolina or compact-state RN license.
At least one year of RN experience; this requirement may be waived with Director of Nursing approval.
Current ONS Adult Chemotherapy/Biotherapy card required within 30 days of hire; the description states it will be covered by Traversal Health.
Current approved BLS provider card.
Knowledge of nursing principles and practices.
Knowledge of oncology practices, treatments, and current developments in cancer diagnosis and therapy.
Ability to administer chemotherapy and other treatment therapies.
Ability to empathize with patients and navigate grief and challenging patient interactions.
Ability to collaborate with the health care team to develop personalized treatment plans.
Ability to cope with death and dying.
Comfort working in a correctional-facility environment and interacting professionally and without judgment with incarcerated individuals.
Willingness and ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to remain upright on one's feet for most of the workday.
Ability to remain in a stationary position for less than one-third of the time.
Ability to communicate, distinguish sounds, and visualize.
Regular manual dexterity.

Nice To Haves

Oncology or infusion nursing experience.
Oncology certification, strongly recommended within two years of hire.
Experience in an outpatient or ambulatory infusion setting.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and provide direct patient care in collaboration with other care providers and correctional health team members.
Collaborate with physicians and other providers to assess and treat symptoms related to disease, treatment, disease progression, and acute illness.
Respond to urgent and emergent situations by following escalation protocols and ensuring timely intervention and provider notification.
Perform telephone triage, using clinical assessment skills to evaluate patient concerns and needs.
Start peripheral IVs and manage central venous access devices, including accessing and de-accessing implanted ports.
Administer chemotherapy and other drugs in accordance with Traversal Health standards after completing training and competency validation.
Administer and document chemotherapy, biotherapy, and targeted therapy according to practice standards.
Follow drug-cabinet policies and procedures for verification, administration, documentation, and billing.
Monitor laboratory results and notify providers of findings requiring follow-up or clinical management.
Manage prescription and refill extension requests according to policy and procedures.
Coordinate supportive care with appropriate staff, including blood product transfusions.
Educate patients and document readiness to learn and understanding of teaching and informed-consent information.
Screen patients for needs and distress, and provide counseling, interventions, and referrals to community and support services as appropriate.
Provide empathetic, caring support to patients, including in the correctional-facility setting.
Document patient information, services performed, and charges in the EMR.
Complete drug inventory counts, supply requests, waste documentation, audits, and billing entries.
Inform the Director of Nursing of clinic needs and work-environment concerns.
Train and orient future hires as requested.
Follow Traversal Health practice standards, policies and procedures, and applicable correctional-facility guidelines.
Serve as a liaison between oncology providers and the Department of Corrections to facilitate communication and coordinated care.
Assist with developing clinical workflows, standard operating procedures, and clinic-improvement initiatives.
Take responsibility for personal and professional growth and embrace leadership opportunities.