Vacancy caducado!
The Oncology Registered Nurse evaluates, plans, implementsand documents nursing care for the oncology patient population. The OncologyRegistered Nurse works in hospitals and outpatient care centers where patientsreceive cancer treatments. In hospitalsettings, the Oncology Registered Nurse assists with surgery prep, patienteducation and coordination of their cancer treatments. In outpatient care center settings, theOncology Registered Nurse typically helps with treatments such as chemotherapyand infusions while monitoring patients’ vitals, side effects, and pain. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provides specialized oncology nursing care to patients in ahospital or clinic setting
Observes and assesses chemotherapy patients' conditions
Assures patient safety and stability; reports significantchanges to supervisor or physician; records nursing notes on patient chart
Interviews and observes patients medical history and currentcondition; reviews patients’ records; takes vital signs and assesses currentcondition and pain level
Administers chemotherapy, blood products, IV fluids andmedications
Validates chemotherapy doses for accuracy
Identifies patient needs and healthcare problems; developsgoals, service delivery protocols, and nursing plan of care; evaluates patientprogress and modifies care plans as needed
Records and reports all information within scope and perfacility protocol
Performs assessment of patients; evaluates symptoms and determinesessential care required
Prepares patients for physician’s examination, assists inexamination and treatment of patient
Educates patients and families about cancer diagnosis, prognosisand treatment options
Instructs individual patients and family on follow-up care,toxicity and side effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy
Assists in assessment of pain management
Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
Minimum Requirements:
Current RN license in state practicing
One (1) year of experience in oncology nursing preferred
Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice
Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicable
Current CPR if applicable
TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site
Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements
Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required
Computer proficiency required
Must be at least 18 years of age
BMT RNs Needed in Cincinnati, OH
36 hours,13 week assignment, days and nights!
Start: 9/2/24
OH or Compact License required
Level I Trauma experience required
Must have ONS cert or be willing to get it
Specific Bone Marrow Transplant experience required- oncology exp on it's own will not be considered
If you are interested please contact me to get started!
(610) 227-2624
Jacqui Smith - Amergis Healthcare Staffing
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Vacancy caducado!