Registered Nurse -Part time - Med Surg
Company: US Oncology, Inc
Location: Oak Lawn
Posted on: January 24, 2023
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Job Description:
Registered Nurse -Part timeOverview
The US Oncology Network believes local cancer care is better care
and in 2017 Vantage Oncology joined The US Oncology Network. The US
Oncology Network empowers the delivery of advanced integrated
cancer care through our network of independent physicians who share
expertise and resources to provide quality, value-based care close
to home. Our clinical and business support capabilities, expertise
and industry-leading technologies keep local practices at the
forefront of high quality, efficient care delivery while enabling
practice success, quality of life and financial security for
physicians.
The US Oncology Network has 1,400 affiliated physicians, 400
locations across the United States and 800,000 patients treated
annually.
We have an immediate opening for a Part Time Registered Nurse.
Under general supervision, provides professional nursing care for
patients adhering to national and company standards and guidelines
for specialty regulations. Demonstrates knowledge of physiological,
psychological, and developmental and age specific differences in
the patient population including late adolescence, adulthood,
middle age, and the elderly. Collaborates with the
interdisciplinary team to provide for assessment and therapeutic
management of patient/family needs. Supports and adheres to the US
Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and
Business Standards.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
* See below for supplementary language regarding Specialty Specific
Requirements (e.g. transplant, infusion) as applicable.
Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate and promote the continuity of
care consistent with established standards and practices.
Assesses health status by interviewing patient regarding current
status and medical history.
Collects and records nursing assessment and interventions.
Reviews and reports the results of the health status assessment and
physical examination, pertinent laboratory data, radiographic data
and psychosocial assessment of assigned patients to the
provider.
Assesses patient/family needs and provides teaching and other
instructional material.
Provides psychosocial support to patients and families.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Prepares and administers therapies under the direction and
supervision of a physician. Administers all medications/blood
products using correct medication/blood product, dosage/amount,
route, time and technique.
Assures pre-authorization and appropriate consent forms are
obtained prior to administration of therapies where applicable.
Facilitates dose modification by assessing patient, assessing labs,
consulting protocol or treatment plan, calculating dose, and
consulting physician regarding dosage modifications, problems and
symptom management Performs venipuncture, accesses implanted ports
and maintains central lines catheter devices.
Maintains accurate documentation of assigned patient care and
treatments provided.
Applies knowledge of reimbursement procedures and charge
capture.
Maintains work environment Restocks the supply area as needed.
Follows OSHA guidelines when handling cytotoxic agents,
biohazardous waste and any other material potentially infected with
a blood borne pathogen.
Maintains all disinfection protocols. Maintains equipment according
to quality control standards.
Facilitates clinical operations and patient care Manages patient
medication refill requests from the pharmacy telephone line and
records the information in the patient chart.
Assists physician with exams and procedures.
Maintains efficient and appropriate patient flow in and out of exam
rooms.
Facilitates and schedules consultations, pre-testing, diagnostic
tests or procedures, referrals and future appointments for
patients.
Triages patient phone calls as needed and documents relevant
information in the patient's chart. As necessary, facilitates
communication between patient/family and interdisciplinary team and
coordinates services related to patient care.
Assist patients in locating available community resources.
Other duties as assigned.
Inter professional collaboration Assist and collaborate with
clinical research.
Acts as a resource to LPN/LVNs and medical assistants.
Provides nursing coverage for the satellite offices as needed.
Participates in professional development activities and maintains
current knowledge of oncology nursing by participating in ongoing
educational opportunities.
Qualifications
Minimum Job Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities):
Education/Training
- Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing
education, BSN preferred. -RN state license and current
registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing
state.
* Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Must maintain
continuing education requirements.
* Business Experience - 3-5 years nursing experience including at
least one year in oncology preferred Specialized Knowledge/Skills -
Oncology certification preferred
Working Conditions: Environment (Office, warehouse, etc.)
The work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those an employee encounters while performing the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions. There is a possible exposure to communicable
diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical
preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology
clinic environment. Physical Requirements (Lifting, standing, etc.)
- The physical demands described here are representative of those
that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including
handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and
eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive
periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up
to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
(This description is general in nature and is not intended to be an
exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Other duties may be
assigned as needed to meet company goals.)
Specialty Specific Responsibilities Transplant RN Position Summary:
Provides nursing care from initial patient contact through high
dose chemotherapy followed by stem cell rescue to follow-up care
post stem cell rescue. Key Responsibilities (Prepares and
administers therapies under the direction): Manages
symptoms/toxicities/health abnormalities related to the intense
high dose therapy, stem cell rescue and rehabilitation following
rescue in collaboration with transplant physician and/ supervisor.
Key Responsibilities (Facilitates clinical operations and patient
care):Reports data to company for Transplant related registries and
appropriate bodies, International Autologous and Blood and Marrow
Transplant Registries. Incorporates company Transplant Network
recommendations into clinical practice as assigned. Minimum Job
Qualifications: In the bone marrow or hematopoietic stem cell
transplant setting Infusion RN Key Responsibilities (Prepares and
administers therapies under the direction): Programs portable
infusion pumps for continuous drug delivery and provides
instruction to the patient and/or caregiver in the use of the pump
at home. Demonstrates knowledge of ambulatory infusion pump use and
maintenance, cleaning pumps after use, and proper documentation of
pump usage.
Applicants will be hired into the title appropriate to their
credentials and years of experience.
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