RN II

The US Oncology Network•Newark, DE

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Medical Oncology Hematology Consultants is a private oncology practice in Newark, Delaware, affiliated with the US Oncology Network. The RN II provides professional nursing care under general supervision, following national and company standards and specialty regulations. The role requires understanding physiological, psychological, developmental, and age-specific differences among patients from late adolescence through older adulthood. The nurse collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to assess and manage patient and family needs and supports the US Oncology Compliance Program, including its Code of Ethics and Business Standards. The RN II coordinates continuity of care, assesses patients, administers prescribed therapies, supports patients and families, maintains accurate records, and helps facilitate clinic operations. The position may include coverage at satellite offices, mentoring less experienced nurses, and participation in professional development and clinical research.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited professional nursing education program.
Current RN state license and registration with the State Board of Nursing in the state of practice.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Maintain continuing education requirements.
Three to five years of nursing experience, including at least one year in oncology preferred.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, eye-hand coordination, and standing and walking for extended periods; occasionally lift and carry items weighing 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.

Responsibilities

Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate, and promote continuity of care in accordance with established standards and practices.
Assess patients by interviewing them about their current health status and medical history; collect and record nursing assessments and interventions.
Review and report health status assessments, physical examinations, laboratory and radiographic data, and psychosocial assessments to the provider.
Assess patient and family needs and provide teaching, instructional materials, and psychosocial support.
Maintain patient confidentiality.
Prepare and administer therapies under physician direction and supervision, including medications and blood products using the correct product, dosage, route, timing, and technique.
Ensure required pre-authorizations and consent forms are obtained before administering therapies 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 provided.
Apply knowledge of reimbursement procedures and charge capture.
Maintain the work environment and restock supplies as needed.
Follow OSHA guidelines for handling cytotoxic agents, biohazardous waste, and potentially blood-borne-pathogen-infected materials; maintain disinfection protocols and equipment according to quality-control standards.
Facilitate clinical operations and patient care, including managing medication refill requests received through the pharmacy telephone line and recording information in patient charts.
Assist physicians with examinations and procedures.
Facilitate communication among patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team, and coordinate services related to patient care as needed.
Help patients locate available community resources.
Assist with and collaborate on clinical research.
Act as a resource to LPNs/LVNs and medical assistants.
Provide nursing coverage for satellite offices as needed.
Serve as a mentor/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.