Registered Nurse

What Registered Nurse contributes to Cardinal Health Nursing is responsible for the delivery of safe and efficient quality nursing care. Examines patients and administers prescribed medications to facilitate healing and increase comfort. Registered Nurses (RN) deliver direct patient care, collaborating closely with physicians and other healthcare providers to care for patients, including those diagnosed with cancer. Responsibilities Identifies patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in a position to understand care requirements. Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. Promotes patient's independence by establishing patient care goals; teaching patient, friends, and family to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills; answering questions. Assures quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards; measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards; making or recommending necessary adjustments; following company and nursing division's philosophies and standards of care set by state board of nursing, state nurse practice act, Oncology Nursing Society and other governing agency regulations. Resolves patient problems and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies. Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with policies, procedures, rules, and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel when necessary. Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, safe medication administration, mixing, and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations. Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records. Maintains continuity among nursing teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques. Maintains nursing supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies; using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results. Updates and maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. Maintains a respectful cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team problem-solving methods. Qualifications Graduated from an accredited school of nursing with a diploma, Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing. Current California Registered Nurse License CPR certification required. Minimum of 1 year Oncology experience preferred, but not required. Obtain/maintain ONS Chemotherapy/Biotherapy within 3 months of hire. Strong customer service background, preferably in healthcare environment. Excellent verbal communication skills. Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks. Proficiency in computer processing functions and other standard office equipment. Ability to calmly and professionally resolve customer issues with diplomacy and tact. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and flexibility with changing environments. Strong organizational skills. Location: cCARE Fresno 7130 N Millbrook Ave, Fresno, CA 93720 M-F Schedule - 4/10 or 5/8 available Anticipated hourly range: $37.00 per hour - $58.08 per hour Bonus eligible: No Benefits Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being. Medical, dental and vision coverage Paid time off plan Health savings account (HSA) 401k savings plan Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) Short- and long-term disability coverage Work-Life resources Paid parental leave Healthy lifestyle programs Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. About Navista We believe in the power of community oncology to support patients through their cancer journeys. As an oncology practice alliance comprised of more than 100 providers across 50 sites, Navista provides the support community practices need to fuel their growth - while maintaining their independence. Join a growing alliance of community-based oncologists, advanced practice providers, nurses, pharmacists, technicians and administrators who care deeply about providing the highest quality cancer care in their local communities. At Navista, you will have access to advanced support services and financial support to thrive in a setting that puts both your career growth and patient care at the forefront. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cardinal Health