Oncology Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Nursing Degree
• Unencumbered RN License in state of employment or multi-state license
• Current CPR and BLS certifications
• Valid Driver’s License and vehicle for travel to other clinic locations as needed
• Experience with hematology/oncology patients in a clinic or hospital setting
• Ability to assess patient needs and condition is essential.
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Fluency in the English language with excellent oral and written communication skills is required.
• Proficiency in MS Office Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook required.
• EMR experience

Nice To Haves

• Second language is an asset but not required.

Responsibilities

• Safely and accurately administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, biotherapy, supportive care, and non-oncologic agents to patients as ordered by providers.
• Use Oncology Nurse’s Society (ONS) standards and guidelines.
• Accurate and safe disposal of biohazardous waste, per OSHA and NIOSH guidelines.
• Provide new and ongoing patient education, continual patient assessment, and support.
• Thorough, accurate and timely documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) of treatment rendered to patients.
• Ensure appropriate charges are captured by following guidelines for appropriate administration of all medications and activities.
• Follow proper patient identification per JBI for all patient encounters.
• Educate patients and caregivers about medications, side effects and planned treatment course.
• Interact with patient and family in a caring, professional manner.
• Telephone triage: Includes prioritizing incoming calls and messages from patients, family members, hospitals, nursing facilities, pharmacies, and physician offices from emergent to non-urgent.
• Respond accordingly in an appropriate time frame.
• Assist with inventory and re-stocking medical supplies, recommend purchase of new items as needed.
• Place stock in storage areas in a timely manner.
• Complete annual required safety and nursing trainings.
• Attend all mandatory staff meetings as necessary.
• Always maintain and ensure the confidentiality of all patient and employee information.
• Assist in training new employees related to job duties according to JBIs.
• Work at any Company location to help meet the Company’s business needs on an as-needed basis, within reasonable expectations.
• Work overtime when given sufficient notice.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
• Comply with all federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to patient privacy, patient’s rights, personnel law, safety, labor, and employment law.
• Adhere to Company and departmental policies and procedures, including IT policies and procedures and Disaster Plan.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance with a robust provider network
• 401k with a 100% match and investment options
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program
• Professional development programs
• Tuition assistance