RN - Registered Nurse - Hematology/Oncology
About The Position
We’re working to create a national model for improving health. Today, we’re focused on bringing our region services that improve every facet of life to drive total health, inside and out. Through professional growth, quality improvement, and interdisciplinary collaboration, we’ve built an innovative culture that allows nurses to grow their skillsets, develop their practice, and leverage their years of experience to build a rewarding, lasting career with impact. The RN Hematology/Oncology assesses plans, organizes, performs, and evaluates nursing activities to meet the needs of the patient. Promotes adaptive responses of patient and family to achieve the highest level of patient care, promote safety, and maximize patient satisfaction. Exhibits compassionate care during patient-nurse interactions. Coordinates patient care and interaction of staff. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in their assigned nursing unit. Responsible for ensuring the very best patient and family experience by optimizing all interactions. This role is full-time, 40 hours weekly; Days; hours are 730-4, 8-430, 830-5. 2 years RN work experience is required; previous Hematology/Oncology experience is strongly preferred. We offer a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one, including: Health, dental, and vision insurance Three medical plan choices , including expanded network options Pre-tax savings plans (FSA & HSA) Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance 401(k) with automatic Geisinger contributions Generous PTO that accrues quickly Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year MyHealth Rewards wellness program with financial incentives Family-friendly support : adoption/fertility assistance, parental leave, military leave, and Care.com membership Employee Assistance Program (EAP) : mental health, legal guidance, childcare/eldercare referrals, and more Voluntary benefits : accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and more
Requirements
- Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing (Required)
- Minimum of 2 years-Nursing (Preferred)
- Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing BodyDefault Issuing Body
- Licensed Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania) - RN_State of PennsylvaniaRN_State of Pennsylvania
- Clinical Skills
- Healthcare Industry
- Medical Devices And Tools
- Patient Safety
Nice To Haves
- previous Hematology/Oncology experience is strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Completes assessments as established by scope of practice and unit standards.
- Addresses physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patient and family throughout the continuum of care.
- Formulates, coordinates, and provides plan of care as established in unit standards including patient and family education with members of the interdisciplinary team.
- Provides direct patient care including, treatments, medications, and diagnostic studies according to policy and procedure.
- Collects and prepares laboratory specimens and completes associated paperwork.
- Accesses implanted venous access devices for labs and infusions.
- Inserts, monitors, regulates and discontinues IV's as required by provider.
- Administers and disposes of chemotherapy as required by regulatory guidelines.
- Documents administration of chemotherapy.
- Administers and follows related research protocols.
- Evaluates effectiveness of nursing interventions and revises plan of care based upon patient response to interventions.
- Initiates collaboration with physicians, ancillary personnel, and other interdisciplinary team members and acts to proactively resolve and facilitate patient needs.
- Problem solves, troubleshoots, and takes corrective measures in the care and handling of equipment.
- Participates in unit-based decision-making regarding the utilization of evidence- based practice.
- Actively participates as a team member working toward team goals of the unit and organization and is accountable for unit and system specific metrics.
- Actively participates in patient quality and safety education programs and other activities designed to improve departmental and organizational quality and safety.
- Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Three medical plan choices , including expanded network options
- Pre-tax savings plans (FSA & HSA)
- Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) with automatic Geisinger contributions
- Generous PTO that accrues quickly
- Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
- MyHealth Rewards wellness program with financial incentives
- Family-friendly support : adoption/fertility assistance, parental leave, military leave, and Care.com membership
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) : mental health, legal guidance, childcare/eldercare referrals, and more
- Voluntary benefits : accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
