Nurse Clinician-Neuro Oncology (.8)

Responsibilities

• Patient Care Coordination
• Serve as a primary clinical point of contact for neuro oncology patients across the continuum of care
• Coordinate care activities among physicians, advanced practice providers, social workers, pharmacists, physical/occupational therapists, and other members of the multi-disciplinary team
• Facilitate timely scheduling of diagnostic testing, procedures, consultations, and follow-up appointments
• Monitor patient status and proactively identify and address barriers to care
• Care Planning
• Develop individualized, evidence-based care plans in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team for each patient in the neuro oncology program
• Ensure care plans address medical, psychosocial, functional, and educational needs
• Review and update care plans as patient conditions change throughout the treatment journey
• Patient and Family Education
• Provide clear, compassionate education to patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment options, side effect management, and follow-up care expectations
• Assess health literacy and tailor educational approaches accordingly
• Connect patients and caregivers with appropriate community resources and support services
• Clinical Practice
• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and triage of patient concerns
• Manage symptom-related calls and patient portal messages, escalating to the appropriate provider when indicated
• Administer or coordinate treatments and medications per established protocols and physician orders
• Document all clinical activity accurately and in a timely manner within the electronic health record (EHR)
• Quality and Program Development
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives specific to the neuro oncology population
• Contribute to the development and refinement of clinical pathways, protocols, and patient education materials
• Engage in departmental meetings, tumor boards, and multi-disciplinary care conferences
• Education:
• Bachelor's Degree Broad based knowledge of nursing practices normally acquired through completion of a Bachelors degree in Nursing required

Requirements

• 2+ years pediatric nursing experience, in order to develop a comprehensive understanding of patient care within a defined patient population, and gain knowledge and skill in pediatric nursing procedures and standards required
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Analytical skills necessary to resolve complex patient problems, develop standards of care and procedures, and evaluate the quality of nursing care.
• An understanding of CW health care delivery system and the impact of other health care delivery systems on the patient and family.
• Able to operationalize the primary nursing model.
• Mental and sensory abilities to read, process and interpret clinical data.
• Interpersonal and communication skills sufficient to interact effectively with interdisciplinary health team members, other CW departments, and consumers.
• Ability to rotate shifts and/or work flexible hours to meet patient care needs.
• Must be able to walk, stand for long periods, over 80% of the assigned work period, as well as lift and position patients weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Licenses and Certifications:
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council required
• + one of the following: - N/A
• License RN-Registered Nurse (30) - State of Wisconsin
• License RN-Registered Nurse (IN Compact) - State of Indiana
• Patient Care Responsibility
• Provides

Benefits

Additional Information

At Children's Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best. Children's Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country. We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today. Please follow this link for a closer look at what it's like to work at Children's Wisconsin: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatcw/ Nurse Clinician - Neuro Oncology Position Type: 32 hours per week/salaried Schedule: 8am-5pm Days TBD Position Summary The Neuro Oncology Nurse Clinician plays a critical role in the coordination and delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals diagnosed with neurological cancers. Working within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team environment, the Nurse Clinician develops and implements individualized care plans to ensure each patient has the resources, education, and support necessary for optimal follow-up care and outcomes.

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