RN Med Surg Oncology
About The Position
The RN provides professional nursing care under the ANA scope of practice, using the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and support discharge while incorporating patient- and family-centered care principles. Under the direction of the Nurse Leader and in accordance with Corewell Health policies and procedures, the RN delivers quality care and recognizes the effect of nursing care and patient/family partnerships on outcomes. The RN incorporates patient and family input and goals into care planning, develops teaching strategies, and documents education and learning in the health record. The role is based on 8 South Oncology, a 44-bed adult inpatient unit caring for patients with hematology/oncology diagnoses and a range of needs, from newly diagnosed patients to those receiving end-of-life care. Nurses care for high-acuity patients and manage chemotherapy and biotherapy regimens, blood product administration, pain management, and central lines, while developing relationships with patients and their families throughout treatment.
Requirements
- Associate degree or diploma in nursing.
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing required within five years for a graduate nurse or an RN with less than one year of experience.
- Graduates from a non-accredited nursing school must have at least one year of acute care experience or at least two years of experience in a licensed health care role, and must have passed the NCLEX licensure examination.
- Michigan Registered Nurse (RN) license required within 60 days of hire.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or Canadian Heart and Stroke.
Responsibilities
- Provide professional nursing care using the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and support patient discharge.
- Deliver quality patient care under the direction of the Nurse Leader and in accordance with Corewell Health policies and procedures.
- Incorporate patient- and family-centered care principles and patient/family input and goals into care planning.
- Develop teaching strategies for patients and families and document education and learning in the health record.
- Care for hematology/oncology patients with varying diagnoses, acuity, and stages of treatment.
- Manage chemotherapy and biotherapy regimens, blood product administration, pain management, and central line care.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package addressing financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
- On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
- Discounts on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and other offerings.
- Optional identity theft protection and home and auto insurance.
- Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and matching savings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
