In collaboration with the oncologist provides direct patient care, initial and ongoing assessment, patient education, management of chemotherapy effects, medicine reconciliation, and coordination of care of patients enrolled in protocols and clinical trials.
Monitors and maintains associated equipment. Assists in maintaining a safe, organized, and clean work environment.
Formulates and monitors a treatment plan for each patient to include the educational needs of patient. Administers chemotherapy drugs in accordance with physician orders, protocol and non-protocol guide lines for lab values, and the status of the patient's physical and mental condition.
Maintains an effective channel of communications and informs other team members of any unusual occurrences. Facilitates an open line of communication with health team members and other staff to ensure optimum team performance.
Instruct patient though all phases of treatment per physician'/oncologist order.
Serves on at least one nursing council, hospital, or medical center c
Requirements
Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) and two (2) years of RN experience in Oncology. Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification or Certified Pediatric Hematology/Oncology (CPHON) preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of clinical nursing care procedures and protocols. Solid knowledge base in oncology procedures. Verbal and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills. Knowledge and understanding of computer systems, tools and programs. Ability to work in a team environment.
Benefits
Health insurance
Additional Information
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Job Requisition ID:
R00050940
Job Category:
Nursing
Organization:
Children's Ambulatory Cancer Clinic
Location/s:
Main Campus Jackson
Job Title:
RN - Oncology - Ambulatory
Job Summary:
To assess, develop, implement, and evaluate the nursing care and treatment for patients in assigned oncology clinical area. Coordinates the operations of assigned clinical area including protocol and non-protocol chemotherapy regimens, calculating dosages and administering intravenous chemotherapy, patient scheduling, patient records, and patient admission for adult cancer patients. Counsels patients and family members on treatment, medication management, and condition status. Serves as a liaison between case manager, home health nurses, dietary, utilization review, and other hospital staff as needed. To assist physician and/or investigator in collecting data for research and clinical trials. To assess and educate based on patients psychological and physiological need.
Education & Experience
Education and Experience Required:
Must be licensed as RN for at least one (1) year
Certifications, Licenses or Registration required:
Valid RN license.
Ummc · Jackson, MS