Registered Nurse II - Hematology Oncology (Regular & Per Diem)

Overview Registered Nurse II - Hematology Oncology (Regular & Per Diem) at County of Ventura. Under general direction, provides advanced skilled nursing; patient and staff education in an ambulatory care setting; participates in committees; quality assurance monitoring; and provides statistical data information. May provide clinical and functional supervision in the absence of the Clinical Manager. Responsibilities Uses the full scope of the Nurse Practice Act to assess, plan, organize, and provide nursing care to Hematology/Oncology patients. Follows prescribed doctors\' orders concerning treatments and medications. Documents patient treatment and dispensing; makes patient observations; records and reports on all pertinent information, including changes in patient condition and general progress. Provides follow-through on judgment within the scope of accepted nursing practice. Assists doctors in examination and treatment. Provides unit organization and is responsible for completion of all delegated and indicated nursing duties by the end of the assigned shift. Assists in training, supervision and evaluation of new and ancillary personnel. Maintains current knowledge of Hematology/Oncology nursing care developments and therapeutic measures; attends department in-services and staff development programs. In Ambulatory Medicine areas, provides physician assistance and patient care as indicated and required. May participate in quality assurance/utilization review or other non-direct patient care nursing assignments. Performs other related duties as required. Education/Experience Typical Qualifications Requires six (6) months of recent full-time acute care registered nursing experience in an acute hospital or equivalent setting, or completion of the Ventura County Medical Center competency requirements* as evaluated and approved by the Chief Nursing Executive. These competency requirements are in conformance with the California Board of Registered Nurses nursing requirements. Necessary Special Requirements Must possess and maintain a current, valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the State of California, or Registered Nurse licensure in another state with California licensure pending. Must have a current, valid Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification by first day of employment. Successful completion of the Health Care Agency Pharmacology examination within three (3) months of employment is mandatory for assignments within the Health Care Agency. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Thorough knowledge of the theory, techniques, and practices of professional nursing; medical terminology and hospital routine and equipment; and medicines and narcotics. Working ability to plan and organize nursing care; train and supervise non-professional staff; establish and maintain the confidence of patients and staff; maintain confidentiality of patient/client information; work effectively in different healthcare and/or hospital departments or shifts as required; establish and maintain effective interpersonal relations with other staff members, patients, and their families; communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Recruitment Process FINAL FILING DATE: This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time; therefore, apply as soon as possible if you are interested in it. Your application must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources in Ventura, California, no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. To apply online, refer to If you prefer a paper application, call View phone number on click.appcast.io for materials and submit to County of Ventura Human Resources- Health Care Agency, 646 County Square Drive, Ventura, CA 93003. Note to Applicants: Complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately to demonstrate qualifications. A resume and/or other related documents may be attached to supplement information; however, they may not be submitted in lieu of the application. NOTE: If presently permanently employed in another public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position, lateral transfer may be possible. More information is available. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE – qualifying: All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire at filing. The questionnaire may be used to determine qualifications and acceptability. Failure to complete may result in removal from consideration. APPLICATION EVALUATION – 100%: An application evaluation will be conducted. A score will be assigned based on established criteria and will be the final score for placement on the eligible list. Applicants successfully completing the process may be placed on an eligible list for one year. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: A thorough pre-employment background investigation is required. Equal Employment Opportunity The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex, and sexual orientation. For further information, contact Brett Ramirez by e-mail at View email address on click.appcast.io or by telephone at View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr