RN Clinical - PMOB Oncology and Treatment Center - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)

University of Southern California•Pasadena, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As an integral part of the multidisciplinary team of the Pasadena Clinic, the Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process to provide therapeutic care to patients and their families in the outpatient setting with an emphasis on administering chemotherapy, biotherapy, blood products. The RN is also responsible to manage those patients who require acute care either prior to or instead of admitting the patient. The clinic nurse escorts patients to exam rooms, obtains and appropriately records patient vital signs/medication list, monitors patient flow, assists physicians with minor clinical procedures, performs EKGs, prepares patient charts with pertinent medical information, administers medication as directed by physician. Schedules diagnostic tests ordered by the physician as needed. Performs various administrative duties, including answering and returning patient calls, receiving and sorting in-coming faxes, obtaining prior authorizations. Ensures patient's right to privacy, safety, and confidentiality is maintained. Maintains a safe environment in accordance with standards, policies, and safety regulations. Ensures compliance with infection control policies. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree Nursing Degree in Nursing (BSN) Grandfathered from BSN if hired prior to 12/2019.
2 years’ oncology experience in an ambulatory care setting
Must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak, read and write English proficiently.
Knowledge of medical procedures and conditions and ability to understand, follow and successfully perform duties, including whole blood collection, and apheresis procedures, in accordance with administrative and clinical policies, regulations and procedures.
Chemotherapy competent
Registered Nurse - RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association.
Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only).

Nice To Haves

Experience in two or more of the following areas oncology, cardiology, vascular, or cardiothoracic is preferred.
Specialty certification in oncology is preferred
ONS Chemotherapy and Biotherapy certification preferred.
Specialty certification in oncology is preferred
ONS Chemotherapy and Biotherapy certification preferred.
Professional certification

Responsibilities

Follows policies and procedures: demonstrates ability to access online manuals and references
Transfers learned scientific knowledge into practical application in applying the nursing process in assessment, interventions, communication and education of the patient and significant others.
Appropriately completes nursing assessment and screening upon patient arrival to receive therapy
Interprets assessment information and formulates nursing diagnosis
Maintains problem list, medication list and allergies list
Administers medications as ordered safely and efficiently utilizing appropriate precautions as necessary
Administers chemotherapy and biotherapy by following correct procedure by policy
Delegates tasks based on others’ scope of practice and competency
Acts as patient advocate as seen by intervening for effective management of side effects
Documentation is complete and correct on all forms
Assessment and screening at each appointment including pain scale and review of possible side effects
Consents signed for all invasive procedures and the administration of blood products
Ensures medication is double checked and documented fully and accurately
Provides patient and family education as needed based on treatment plan or change in condition
Maintains B/P machine
Maintains IV infusion pumps
Monitors volume of equipment alarms
Correctly identifies and notifies appropriate department about defective equipment
Communicates effectively with all members of the healthcare team including the patient and family by:
DH to inpatient area or department report for urgent patient care situations
Appropriate patient/family interactions
Effectively triaging phone calls
Utilizing e-mail system
SBAR
Manages time effectively.
Able to organize and prioritize responsibilities
Takes meal breaks without incurring overtime
Uses two patient identifiers (Full name and date of birth)
Does not use unapproved abbreviations
Uses procedural time out for invasive procedures
Uses appropriate communication between providers
Completes medication reconciliation
Maintains audible alarms
Hazardous waste management
Biohazard
Medication
Sharps
Chemotherapy
HIPPA
OSHA requirements (ie. No food or drink in clinical areas)
JCAHO (continuous survey readiness)
Critical values are written, read back and shared with appropriate provider
Dictated orders are written down, read back for validation, signed, timed, dated and diagnosis included
Maintains a safe work environment for self and others
Identifies and participates in data collection and process improvements
Participates in professional hospital/nursing activities
Relief charge nurse
Nursing committees/councils
Educational workshops
Membership in ONS
Assist in the development or updating of patient education materials
Accepts and completes additional duties as assigned
Performs other related duties as assigned.