RN - RADIATION ONCOLOGY

Sparrow•Lansing, MI

50d•Onsite

About The Position

General Purpose of Job: Responsible for providing comprehensive patient care through the assessment of patients physiological, psychological and behavioral systems. Initiate a plan of action to meet the patient's needs and those as directed by the radiation oncologist. Assess patient's physiological, psychological and behavioral symptoms in order to prepare a plan of action meeting needs of each patient, evaluate action plan and modify as necessary and monitor the quality of patient care and documents as indicated. Assess dietary needs of the patient and makes appropriate recommendations. Demonstrate professional judgment in emergency situations by making appropriate decisions in carrying out nursing functions. Perform procedures and administer medication as directed by the physicians, assist physicians and therapists in simulation and treatment rooms as requested, and counsel patients under the direction of the physician. Maintain an adequate inventory of exam room supplies. Monitor and record data on patient's physical and mental status as needed. Educate the general nursing staff; including instructions on the handling and care of patients receiving both external and internal radiotherapy and teach nursing care to patients and their families. Involved in some handling of and assisting in radioisotope implants and High Dose Rate procedures. Refer patients and their families to hospital and community resources as needed. Describe what must be accomplished, not how it must be done.

Requirements

Current State of Michigan licensure as a registered nurse.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 60 days of hire.
Oncology Nursing Certification (OCN) within 3 years of hire. Prior to obtaining certification, must maintain 12 oncology specific CEU’s per year.
Minimum of two years general nursing experience
Degree from an accredited school of nursing.
Ongoing continuing education directly related to the field of oncology.
Participation in and completion of basic oncology nursing course.
Demonstrates effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrates ability to work as a team member.

Nice To Haves

one year of nursing experience in the field of Oncology.
IV start experience.
Completion of Oncology certification examination.

Responsibilities

Assess patient's physiological, psychological and behavioral symptoms in order to prepare a plan of action meeting needs of each patient
Evaluate action plan and modify as necessary and monitor the quality of patient care and documents as indicated.
Assess dietary needs of the patient and makes appropriate recommendations.
Demonstrate professional judgment in emergency situations by making appropriate decisions in carrying out nursing functions.
Perform procedures and administer medication as directed by the physicians, assist physicians and therapists in simulation and treatment rooms as requested, and counsel patients under the direction of the physician.
Maintain an adequate inventory of exam room supplies.
Monitor and record data on patient's physical and mental status as needed.
Educate the general nursing staff; including instructions on the handling and care of patients receiving both external and internal radiotherapy and teach nursing care to patients and their families.
Involved in some handling of and assisting in radioisotope implants and High Dose Rate procedures.
Refer patients and their families to hospital and community resources as needed.