Registered Nurse II - Oncology Clinic

Clinic RN IIThe clinic RN II works side-by-side with providers utilizing the nursing process to see patients during their clinic visit. Every day duties include: triaging patient, assisting providers with small procedures, order entry, completing patient education, and coordination of care for follow up appointments.Provides nursing care to patients using the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation). Directs and leads other assigned team members and collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to provide age/developmentally appropriate care in accordance with nursing standards of care and practice. Provide patient/family centered care using the nursing process and focusing on the physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, religious, and environmental needs.Minimum Requirements: Bachelor of Nursing degree preferred. RN staff hired on or after July 1, 2013 with an Associate or Diploma degree in nursing are required to be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two years and successfully obtain a BSN degree within four years of the RN hire or reclassification date. A minimum of one year of work experience as a registered nurse required. Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing or a compact state. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.Physical Requirements: Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time. Proficiency in manual dexterity and fine motor skills for tasks such as taking patient vitals, administering injections, or conducting physical exams. Capacity to lift and move patients or medical equipment as needed. Visual acuity and color perception to accurately read medical charts, documents, and monitors. Auditory ability to effectively communicate with patients and colleagues, as well as to perceive important sounds such as alarms or patient instructions. Stamina and resilience to handle the physical and emotional demands of providing patient care, including long shifts and potentially stressful situations. Mobility to navigate clinical environments, including moving between patient rooms, offices, and other areas of the facility. Compliance with infection control protocols and proper use of personal protective equipment to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.