RN Oncology Infusion

St. Charles Health System•Bend, OR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The RN Infusion provides comprehensive infusion services as a member of the health care team, following St. Charles Health System’s mission, philosophy, policies, and procedures. The role applies professional nursing standards and focuses clinical care on improving the experience of patients, families, and others. Within the scope of RN licensure, the nurse may oversee other caregivers providing specific care to assigned patients throughout the shift. The Cancer Center provides comprehensive care, including chemotherapy, medical oncology, infusion services, radiation therapy, integrative medicine, nutrition, social work, survivorship, and supportive care. The RN Infusion contributes to patient care and the Cancer Center’s quality and accreditation activities.

Requirements

Education as required by the RN license.
Current Oregon RN license.
BLS/CPR certification.
Complete oncology-specific continuing education units required 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 the care, maintenance, and accessing of central lines.
Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with a diverse population and represent St. Charles Health System professionally.
Ability to communicate and interact effectively with all levels within the health system 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 and 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 experience, particularly with electronic medical records and MS Office.
Proficiency in administering chemotherapy and inserting peripheral IVs, accessing ports and PICC lines, and providing their care and maintenance.
Ability to wear the personal protective equipment required to perform the job safely.

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 knowledge of nursing principles, practices, standards, and techniques in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws and regulations.
Assess patient conditions and needs using clinical judgment; establish outcomes, implement appropriate nursing actions, collaborate with other disciplines, and evaluate progress.
Calculate medication dosages and administer medications accurately in accordance with policies and procedures.
Document patient care in compliance with organizational 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 continuous quality improvement and participation in 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 when appropriate and within scope of practice.
Build intentional relationships and demonstrate behaviors that enhance the care experience.
Help create a healing environment that supports patients, caregivers, and the care environment.
Provide a therapeutic presence by responding compassionately to patient needs, including introducing oneself, asking patients their preferred names and care goals, listening actively, and using communication skills appropriately.
Support the organization’s vision, mission, and values, and champion continuous improvement using Lean 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.
Perform additional duties of similar complexity as required or assigned.