Registered Nurse, Cancer Center - Office Practice

Oncology Registered Nurse

The oncology registered nurse assumes clinical responsibility for a specific caseload of patients, working under the direction of a physician. The oncology nurse accesses the patients history and current condition, establishes and monitors the patient/family goals and outcomes, coordinates, monitors and evaluates patient care in the outpatient office and infusion setting. The oncology registered nurse provides and implements patient/family education and home care needs. Principles of growth and development and each patients age specific needs and treatment and care for the adult and geriatric population are utilized.

Pay Range: $47.85 - $60.60 per hour

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing
• Prefer Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing
• Current New Jersey RN licensure required
• BLS certification required
• Previous Oncology nursing experience required
• I.V. certified and chemotherapy certified required within first 6 months
• Previous Office Nurse Practice Experience preferred
• Successful completion of all Orientation programs

Scheduling Requirements

• Day Shift
• Full Time
• 9am-5pm Monday through Friday

Essential Functions

• Adheres to departmental and institution guidelines regarding mandatory and unit based competency performance evaluations
• Administers injections and port flushes as per SBMC policies and procedures
• Assesses, educates, and documents on extravasations using established policies and procedures
• Assists patient and family members in coping by encouraging oral expression of feelings associated with fears and losses imposed by disease and treatment and makes appropriate psychosocial services referrals
• Assists in determining patient eligibility for research protocols
• In conjunction with the physician, explains protocols to the patients and participates in protocols, completing the appropriate forms
• Assists patient in the use of ambulation techniques and assistive devices such as commode chair, walker, hip chair and crutches and positioning of patient
• Assists with double check and verification of chemotherapy
• Collaborates with physician in developing patient care plans, carrying out protocols, tests and examinations for the overall plan of care
• Communicate and cooperate with other team members and community agencies in planning, implementing, coordinating and evaluating all services necessary to ensure completeness and continuity of care
• Consults with physician regarding medical orders on patients, i.e. treatments, medications, care, diet and vital signs
• Demonstrates proper procedure in caring for and maintenance of central lines
• Demonstrates the ability to recognize hematological and oncological related emergencies and takes appropriate action when occurs
• Demonstrates understanding of hospital policy and procedure regarding restraints
• Evaluates effectiveness of interventions and revises plan of care accordingly
• Integrates psychosocial, physical, nutritional and rehabilitation needs of the patient in patient care and discharge planning
• Makes recommendations of patient care based on the medically prescribed treatment plan, nursing assessment, collaboration with other health team members and coordinates all services
• Monitors nutritional status and provides education related to diet as appropriate
• Observe, record and report signs and symptoms of the disease process, changes in patients physical, emotional and social condition and responses to the therapeutic regimen
• Participates in initial patient consult visit and subsequent office visits at the discretion of the physician
• Performs and documents accurate neurological assessment as indicated by patient condition
• Performs assessment and reassessment of patients according to applicable department standards and identified tools
• Prioritizes work assignments according to patient care needs
• Proactively reviews physician schedules prior to patient appointments to assess possible patient and physician needs
• Provides appropriate oncology/chemotherapy related education to patients and families as per established standards of care, policies and procedures
• Provides patient/family education according to the plan of care and documents in medical record
• Review laboratory reports, documenting pertinent data in the patient chart, and bring abnormal results to the attention of the physician
• Takes an active role in maintaining current knowledge and sharing the information gained with coworkers through follow up presentations
• Teach, demonstrate and supervise patient care techniques, preventive and rehabilitative measures to the patient, family, home health aide and other patient care personnel
• Transmits pertinent patient information to appropriate individual (i.e., MD, supervisor, discharge planner, etc)
• Uses an understanding of the principles of acute and chronic pain management to assess each patients individual needs and provide appropriate and specific treatment and care
• Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patients age specific needs and provide age specific treatment and care
• Provides a compassionate and supportive environment with prompt and consistent service
• Adheres to patient rights: provides for the confidential treatment of all communications and records
• Demonstrates professionalism with families, visitors, physicians, co-workers and supervisors
• Listens and communicates effectively
• Supports teamwork by cooperative problem solving through participation in meetings, projects, etc
• Utilizes principles of continuous quality improvement in all work situations to assess, measure and improve organizational and department functions
• Organizes work sets priorities with a minimum of supervision and seeks guidance as appropriate
• Makes decisions that are timely and consistent with department, objectives, policies and procedures
• Demonstrates sound judgment; accepts and benefits from constructive criticism
• Participates in ongoing education as required

Benefits And Perks

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts through our partners, such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jerseywhether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education. RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer