RN Oncology Clinic - Radiation Oncology

Kettering Health Network • Kettering, OH

14h • Onsite

About The Position

Job Details Kettering Health Main|Kettering|Part Time|Days Responsibilities & Requirements Job Responsibilities: The Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process in providing nursing care to patients in all settings in collaboration with other health care providers. The RN is accountable for his/her own professional development and practice within the scope of care defined by law. Utilizing organizational resources, the RN acts as a patient advocate for the delivery of safe care including delegation of care and participation in performance and practice improvement activities. The delivery of nursing care within Kettering Health reflects the missions, vision, values, and philosophies of the organization and nursing departments. The Registered Nurse reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager or Clinical Coordinator through the department manager if no Clinical Nurse Manager. The Oncology RN provides quality nursing care to patients experiencing hematological/oncological treatments and disease management including knowledge and skills to provide cancer care treatments safely and effectively. Possesses and develops understanding of the oncologic process and oncologic emergencies. Knowledgeable to instruct patients and their support persons about disease, symptom management and treatment as well as advocate for their needs. Minimum Education Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (NLN or CCNE) if they are a new graduate nurse. New graduates from non-accredited programs may be considered if they had a clinical rotation at a network hospital. Bachelor of Science in nursing preferred, Minimum Work Experience Oncology experience preferred. RNs or new graduates without oncology experience will require Oncology Nurse Residency Program. A nurse who is returning to the acute care setting after five or more years may be required to provide evidence of successful completion of a refresher course. Required Licenses [ Ohio, United States ] Registered Nurse Licensed in the state of Ohio as a Registered Nurse Successful completion of a Chemotherapy/Biotherapy administration course if working in an infusion center by the end of orientation or prior to hire. OCN certification preferred BLS certification Overview Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (NLN or CCNE) if they are a new graduate nurse. New graduates from non-accredited programs may be considered if they had a clinical rotation at a network hospital.
• Registered Nurse Licensed in the state of Ohio as a Registered Nurse
• Successful completion of a Chemotherapy/Biotherapy administration course if working in an infusion center by the end of orientation or prior to hire.
• BLS certification

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in nursing preferred
• Oncology experience preferred.
• OCN certification preferred

Responsibilities

• The Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process in providing nursing care to patients in all settings in collaboration with other health care providers.
• The RN is accountable for his/her own professional development and practice within the scope of care defined by law.
• Utilizing organizational resources, the RN acts as a patient advocate for the delivery of safe care including delegation of care and participation in performance and practice improvement activities.
• The delivery of nursing care within Kettering Health reflects the missions, vision, values, and philosophies of the organization and nursing departments.
• The Oncology RN provides quality nursing care to patients experiencing hematological/oncological treatments and disease management including knowledge and skills to provide cancer care treatments safely and effectively.
• Possesses and develops understanding of the oncologic process and oncologic emergencies.
• Knowledgeable to instruct patients and their support persons about disease, symptom management and treatment as well as advocate for their needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees