UMH Sparrow - RN-MEDICAL ONCOLOGY

Sparrow•Lansing, MI

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides professional nursing services to patients in Hematology/Medical Oncology physician clinics. The nurse assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates individualized patient care in collaboration with physicians and the multidisciplinary care team. The role includes symptom assessment and management, patient education, care coordination, and supporting patients throughout oncology treatment. Care must comply with established policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and oncology nursing standards of practice. The role may include additional duties assigned by the leader, and leadership may alter or modify assigned duties. The nurse is expected to uphold professional standards, protect patient privacy, demonstrate ICARE values, promote an inclusive and respectful environment, communicate using AIDET, and support workplace safety.

Requirements

At least 2 years of outpatient oncology experience within the last 10 years.
Associate degree in Nursing.
Current State of Michigan registered nurse licensure.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 60 days of hire.
Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy Provider card within 60 days of hire.
Ongoing continuing education directly related to oncology.
If not Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certified, complete at least 6 oncology-specific continuing education hours annually.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills for collaboration with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare-team members.
Ability to develop and implement individualized nursing care plans addressing age-specific, physical, psychosocial, safety, and educational needs.
Clinical judgment, initiative, and leadership skills to prioritize patient needs independently and respond to changing clinical situations.
Strong assessment, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills for safe, effective Hematology/Oncology nursing care.
Clinical knowledge and analytical ability to assess patient needs and develop appropriate Hematology/Oncology nursing interventions.
Sufficient visual and auditory acuity to assess patient condition, communicate effectively, and safely operate necessary equipment.

Nice To Haves

Outpatient Oncology physician clinic experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
Oncology Nursing Certification (OCN).

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care within established protocols and under physician direction.
Assess patient needs, initiate appropriate nursing interventions, and assist with ongoing medical care.
Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatments, procedures, laboratory and diagnostic testing, and symptom management.
Maintain accurate, timely documentation of patient care and interactions, including telephone and electronic communications.
Coordinate laboratory and diagnostic testing, referrals, and follow-up care to support timely treatment and continuity of care.
Communicate relevant patient information, abnormal test results, and changes in condition to physicians and appropriate care-team members.
Coordinate care with patients, families, physicians, pharmacists, and other healthcare providers.
Apply knowledge of oncology referral and authorization processes and help facilitate timely access to care.
Serve as a resource and preceptor for new Associates and students.
Participate in staff meetings, education, quality improvement initiatives, committees, and special projects as appropriate.
Work with the Department Manager to identify workflow needs and support process-improvement initiatives.
Comply with applicable policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and standards of practice.
Protect patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA policies and procedures.
Demonstrate ICARE values: Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.
Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that values diversity.
Communicate with patients, families, and customers using AIDET.
Maintain a safe work environment and promptly report hazards or safety concerns.
Perform other duties as assigned.