RN Infusion Nurse I - OB/GYN

Washington University in St. Louis • Town and Country, MO

2d • $29 - $51 • Onsite

About The Position

Provides direct patient care and education to the oncology outpatient population, including GYN Chemo infusion center. Delivers specialized patient care and education for individuals receiving chemo treatment in a medical office setting, in accordance with established procedures.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN Licensure in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois, depending on work location, in accordance with Compact Act.
• Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).

Nice To Haves

• B.S. - Bachelor of Science - Nursing
• Outpatient Oncology (2 Years)
• Nursing In Oncology (2 Years)
• Active Listening
• Bone Marrow Transplant
• Clinical Care
• Clinical Experience
• Continued Learning
• Customer Empathy
• Detail-Oriented
• Electronic Health Records (EHR)
• Emergency Care
• Epic EHR
• Family Centered Care
• Family Support
• General Nursing
• Hematology and Oncology
• Interpersonal Relationships
• IV Infusions
• Nursing Practice
• Oncology
• Oral Communications
• Patient Education
• Team Collaboration
• Time Management

Responsibilities

• Participates in quality improvement activities, to ensure exceptional clinical outcomes.
• Demonstrates cost effective work habits by setting priorities and properly managing supplies and equipment.
• Provides accurate and complete patient documentation in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates safe work habits and is knowledgeable of all related requirements and practices relative to his/her job assignment.
• Has the knowledge of growth and development and demonstrates clinical expertise for ages of patients served.
• Possesses the ability to understand and react effectively to meet the patients’ needs.
• Observes professional service commitments; participates in quality management initiatives as assigned.
• Has excellent communication skills and is detail oriented.
• Makes learning an expectation while providing opportunities to acquire the information and competencies needed to meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Follows appropriate guidelines in dealing with difficult situations.
• Displays helpful attitude, listens to concerns, empathizes with situation, apologizes and takes responsibility for action.
• Directs and/or provides patient care which may include administering medication, chemotherapy infusions, performing procedures, and monitoring patient status in accordance with approved nursing standards of practice.
• Utilizes the nursing process in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating a plan for providing exceptional patient care.
• Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of chemotherapy drugs and supportive therapy for our patients.
• Incorporates this knowledge of Oncology to customize the care for each of their patients personal care needs.
• Provides accurate counsel and education to patients and/or family at an appropriate level of understanding for the patient and/or family member regarding their disease process and symptom management.
• Maintains required skills and competencies and participates in educational programs, staff meetings, skills day, and obtains OCN certification within two years.
• Participates in continued professional development, attending educational programs, in-services and meetings as needed.
• Involved in committees or projects.
• Offers constructive solutions to clinical challenges and process improvement initiatives within the center.
• Attends required continuing education classes and/or completes annual competency requirements.
• Communicates effectively using positive verbal and nonverbal communication skills with all members of the health care community to ensure optimal patient outcomes and altering plan of care as needed.
• Follows AIDET (acknowledge-introduce-duration-explanation-thank you) communication with patient and family members.
• Treats visitors and patients with respect and professionalism at all times.
• Follows established service steps by acknowledging individual, clarifying situation, meeting or exceeding the need and confirming satisfaction.
• Maintains proper attendance as outlined in the Department of Medical Oncology policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling and adheres to policies regarding rest and meal breaks.
• Records work time accurately and properly.
• Wears appropriate identification.
• Demonstrates adherence to grooming/dress policy of department.
• Maintains a working relationship with colleagues and all essential external contacts to promote adequate and appropriate care for patients and high level of service to internal and external physicians.
• Follows SBAR (situation-background-assessment-recommendation) communication with the medical team.
• Works with clinical nurse coordinators and physicians on development and selection of appropriate patient interventions.
• Demonstrates appropriate interpersonal relationships with supervisors, co-workers, physicians and employees of other departments.
• Displays a helpful, positive attitude at all times.
• Follows established service steps by acknowledging individual, clarifying situation, meeting or exceeding the need and confirming satisfaction.
• Initiates and maintains professional relationships with patients and their families.
• Able to adapt and provide support in diverse situations dealing with patient and family dynamics as they struggle with the diagnosis of cancer.
• Takes action and makes decisions required to meet or exceed customer expectations in a way that minimizes risk to customers, faculty, staff and the organization.

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed