Theranostics Outpatient Nurse

BJC HealthCare • St. Louis, MO

2d

About The Position

Theranostics in radiation oncology combines diagnostic imaging and targeted radioactive therapy into a personalized approach. Radioactive molecules are used to locate cancer cells and then destroy them while sparing healthy tissue. The nurse provides direct patient care, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation, in accordance with nursing care standards. The role is Monday through Friday during the day. The ideal candidate has oncology or infusion experience and strong IV skills; two years of RN experience is preferred.

Requirements

• Nursing diploma or associate degree in nursing.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• The posting lists no minimum nursing experience requirement.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• Two to five years of experience; the posting identifies two years of RN experience as ideal.
• Experience in oncology or infusion areas.
• Strong IV skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote patient- and family-centered care in a healing environment.
• Educate patients and families on managing illness or injury, including post-treatment home care and medication administration.
• Participate in activities that promote patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in professional development.
• Develop, implement, and document individualized plans of care with defined goals in collaboration with the interprofessional team and the patient, family, or caregiver.
• Plan proactively and ensure communication of the plan of care across the continuum of care.
• Assess and evaluate patients’ physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs using critical nursing skills and applicable standards of care.
• Assess patient preferences and barriers to involvement in care, including values and emotional, spiritual, cultural, and population-specific needs.
• Maintain a constant state of alertness and work safely in this safety-sensitive position.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, plus legal services, available on the first day of the month after hire.
• Disability insurance paid for by BJC.
• Annual 4% BJC automatic retirement contribution.
• 401(k) plan with BJC match.
• Tuition assistance available on the first day.
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development.
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Paid Time Off combining vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal time.
• Adoption assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree