RN Oncology/Hematology
About The Position
Optum NV is seeking a Nurse Navigator Oncology to join its team in the Las Vegas, Nevada area. The Oncology/Hematology RN works with Clinical Operations, nursing staff, and physicians to meet clinic goals by prioritizing workloads and supporting the clinic’s administrative, operational, and support requirements. The role provides care for cancer patients, administers chemotherapy and other symptom treatments as prescribed, monitors patient progress, and educates patients about treatment and their disease. The nurse also supports patients and families as they navigate treatment and potentially fatal outcomes, while ensuring care complies with regulations, company policies, and industry standards. The position is located at 1655 East Cactus Avenue, Henderson, Nevada. The hourly pay range is $29.00 to $52.00 based on full-time employment. External candidates may be eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus.
Requirements
- Current, unrestricted Nevada RN license, or a temporary Nevada RN license with the ability to obtain a permanent Nevada RN license before the temporary license expires.
- BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association.
- At least 2 years of experience in a hospital setting, acute care, or direct care with the adult population.
- Reliable transportation that enables travel to client or patient sites within a designated area.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- OCN certification or ability to obtain it within 6 months.
- Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification.
- At least 1 year of oncology experience.
- Proficiency with Microsoft products such as Excel, Word, and Outlook, and experience with computer-based medical records.
- Demonstrated effectiveness with nursing processes.
- Personal fortitude and compassion to work with patients suffering from a profound illness.
Responsibilities
- Provide care for critically or chronically ill cancer patients.
- Administer chemotherapy or other symptom treatments as prescribed by the physician and monitor patient progress.
- Educate cancer patients about treatment procedures and the particulars of their disease, creating a supportive environment.
- Support patients with life-threatening conditions and their families through the treatment process and help them cope with potentially fatal outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and company policies, procedures, and processes.
- Ensure patient care is delivered appropriately and is consistent with OptumCare best practices and industry-standard measures.
- Perform other work-related duties and activities as assigned or requested.
- Work with Clinical Operations, nursing staff, and physicians to meet clinic goals by prioritizing workloads and supporting administrative, operational, and support requirements.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Incentive and recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase.
- 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
- $10,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
