Chemo Nurse

Registered Nurse to provide direct care to oncology patients at the Los Angeles Cancer Network (OneOncology affiliated medical practice). Responsibilities Administer chemotherapy, hydration and other medications under the direct supervision of a physician Perform assessments on patients Participate in activities to plan, measure, assess and improve the quality of patient care Demonstrate knowledge of ambulatory infusion pump use and maintenance Draw blood via port catheter or PICC line Educate patients and their families about chemotherapy side effects Encourage new chemotherapy patients and families to utilize See Your Chart Portal Schedule chemotherapy, hydration, injections and bone marrow in the EMR Follow company process for billing verification before administering medication Monitor Coumadin levels and provide patient education Complete patient documentation promptly Maintain a clean work environment at all times Verify patient allergies Maintain skills, knowledge and currency in administration of chemotherapy Attend meetings for continuing education to maintain nursing license currency Assist the Charge Nurse with daily operations Key Competencies Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships Assess nursing needs of acute and chronically ill patients through technology methods Exceptional assessment, critical thinking, and customer service skills Maintain emotional stability to cope with human suffering, emergencies, and other stresses Seek out resources independently and work collaboratively Collaborate, set priorities, and organize work to meet deadlines, ensuring compliance with established processes, policies, and regulations Multitask efficiently Communicate clearly with patients, families, visitors, healthcare team, physicians, administrators, leadership and others Qualifications Current California RN license Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification through ONS or must obtain within 12 months of hire Current CPR/BCLS certification Excellent IV skills Access port-a-caths and PICC lines Basic typing, keyboard and computer skills Great customer service skills Medical terminology – oncology/hematology specific Previous oncology/hematology experience preferred Job Type: Full-time Pay Range: $45.00 to $50.00 per hour. #J-18808-Ljbffr Astera Cancer Care