Clinical Nurse

About Us: The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe. Clinical Practice Time: 0% ASSESSMENT: Performs an initial and ongoing assessment which encompasses the physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, and educational needs of the patient and their caregiver(s). Determines and reports change in patient condition. PLAN OF CARE: Using evidence and best practice standards, participates in the development of an individualized plan of care in collaboration with the patient, family and multidisciplinary team. IMPLEMENTATION: Provides advanced beginner level of direct patient care and performs/assists with procedures. Adheres to policies, procedures and established standards of care in delivery of nursing services while creating a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, caregiver(s) and self. EVALUATION: Evaluates progress toward expected outcomes and modifies individualized treatment plan. PATIENT EDUCATION: Assesses patient and caregiver learning needs and provides education about the disease, treatment plan, actual and potential side effects of treatments and medications, and self care measures. Evaluates understanding of instructions provided. PSYCHOSOCIAL SUPPORT: Provides psychosocial support to patients and caregivers while fostering a patient-centered environment. Performance Improvement Time: 0% Participates in quality assurance and/or performance improvement activities. Demonstrates understanding of unit based nurse sensitive indicators (CAUTI, CLABSI, HAPU, Falls, Extravasation, Patient satisfaction, Retained Foreign Objects, etc) and other quality indicators and associated data trends at the unit level. Informatics Time: 0% Demonstrates professional accountability in documenting care provided. Ensures compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements for documentation and information management. Effectively communicates patient information utilizing handoff during transitions in care. Evidence-based Practice/Research Time: 0% As part of Nurse Residency completes an evidence-based presentation that is aligned with strategic goals of the department of Nursing and the MSK organization. In collaboration with the research study team, implements clinical trial study requirements and supports patients enrolled in clinical research trials. Staff Development Time: 0% Demonstrates a commitment to lifelong learning as evidenced by individual professional development through ongoing assessment of learning needs; attends unit based, divisional and departmental educational offerings; and pursues clinical knowledge and skill development through outreach to senior staff, Clinical Nurse Specialist and Nursing Professional Development Specialists. Contributes to the learning environment by sharing knowledge and assisting with onboarding of new staff, as appropriate. Leadership Time: 0% As an advanced beginner nurse demonstrates ongoing development of leadership characteristics as evidenced by seeking and providing peer feedback, articulating viewpoint in unit based forums, and recognizing and soliciting assistance in complex situations. Upholds the tenets of the Professional Practice Model, Relationship Based Care. Pay Range: $110,700.00 - $177,100.00 FSLA Status: Exempt At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills. MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. #J-18808-Ljbffr