RN Oncology Infusion

St. Charles Health System•Bend, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The RN Infusion provides comprehensive infusion services as a member of the health care team in accordance with St. Charles Health System’s mission, philosophy, policies, and procedures. The role applies professional nursing practice standards and focuses clinical care on enhancing the experience of patients, families, and others. Within the scope of RN licensure, the nurse oversees the work of other caregivers providing specific care to assigned patients throughout the shift as required. The Cancer Center provides holistic cancer care, including chemotherapy, medical oncology, infusion services, radiation therapy, integrative medicine, nutrition, social work, survivorship, and other supportive care. The position is part-time, scheduled for 24 hours weekly, on the first shift from 0800 to 1730. Scheduled days are as assigned and may include weekends and holidays. Locations listed are Bend and Redmond, Oregon.

Requirements

Education as required by the RN license.
Current Oregon RN license.
BLS/CPR certification.
Complete oncology-specific continuing education units required during each accreditation cycle to support the Cancer Center’s CoC and NAPBC accreditations.
Obtain Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification within six months of hire.
At least one year of clinical experience in intravenous nursing or an equivalent background in oncology, medical-surgical, critical care, or home infusion.
Proficiency in care, maintenance, and access of central lines.
Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with a diverse population and professionally represent St. Charles Health System.
Ability to interact and communicate effectively with all levels within the organization and with external customers, clients, and potential employees.
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
Ability to multitask and work independently.
Attention to detail and strong organizational, written communication, oral communication, and customer service skills, including when handling stressful personal interactions.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Basic-to-intermediate computer application skills and experience, particularly with electronic medical records and Microsoft Office.
Proficiency in administering chemotherapy.
Proficiency in peripheral IV insertion and in accessing, caring for, and maintaining Port-a-Cath devices and PICC lines.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including standing and walking, keyboard operation, speaking and hearing, and lifting or moving items up to 50 pounds at the specified frequencies.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

BSN and/or advanced training in oncology, chemotherapy, or similar.
Oncology Nursing Society certification (OCN).
Two years of oncology-focused intravenous nursing, including administration of chemotherapy, biotherapy, immunotherapy, and blood products.

Responsibilities

Maintain and apply nursing principles, practices, standards, and techniques in accordance with organizational policies, work instructions, and applicable Oregon laws and regulations.
Assess patients’ conditions and needs using critical thinking and clinical judgment; establish outcomes; implement appropriate nursing actions; collaborate with other disciplines; and evaluate progress.
Calculate dosages and administer medications accurately in accordance with organizational medication-administration policies and procedures.
Document patient care in compliance with St. Charles Health System policies and regulatory requirements.
Provide and maintain a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.
Collaborate on care planning and implementation with physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other members of the health care team.
Support departmental and operating-unit goals through participation in continuous quality improvement and departmental activities.
Communicate effectively in writing and orally and maintain professional relationships with caregivers, medical staff, patients, and guests.
Identify work-related problems, develop possible solutions, and implement solutions within scope of practice when appropriate.
Build intentional relationships and demonstrate attitudes and behaviors that enhance the care experience.
Help create a healing environment that supports the care setting and the wholeness of patients and caregivers.
Provide a therapeutic presence by responding compassionately to patient needs, introducing oneself and explaining one’s purpose, asking patients their preferred name, discussing care goals, listening actively, and using communication skills appropriately.
Support the organization’s vision, mission, and values and champion Lean continuous-improvement principles.
Maintain professionalism and confidentiality; comply with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures; report known or suspected violations; and cooperate with organizational investigations and proceedings.
Deliver timely, efficient, accurate customer service and patient care that promotes goodwill.
Perform additional duties of similar complexity as required or assigned.
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment required to perform the job safely.