Registered Nurse II, Oncology Infusion

Job Description Are you ready to bring your clinical competencies to a world-class Medical Group known for the very highest clinical standards? Do you have a passion for the highest quality and patient satisfaction? Then please respond to this dynamic opportunity available with one of the best places to work in Southern California! We would be happy to hear from you. The Cedars-Sinai Medical Network is committed to helping primary care and specialist physicians provide excellent care to all their patients, who benefit from convenient access to primary and specialty care physicians and seamless coordination of care between them. As a part of Cedars-Sinai, our physicians and staff are partners in quality health care from a medical center that is consistently recognized as one of the finest hospitals in the country. For the 8th consecutive year, we have been named one of the top 20 Physician Groups in Southern California by Integrated Healthcare Associates (IHA). Why work here? Beyond outstanding benefits, competitive salaries and health and dental insurance we take pride in hiring the best, most passionate employees. Our talented staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation and the gold standard of patient care we strive for. What will you be doing in this role? The Clinical Nurse II, Oncology is a Registered Nurse who delivers direct care to assigned Oncology patients in an ambulatory setting. Nursing care is delivered using standards of care by following approved policies and procedures. Utilizing appropriate decision making skills exhibits competence in the technical, interpersonal and cognitive skills required to independently and safely manage routine patient assignment. The Clinical Nurse II, Oncology establishes a plan of care, sets goals, determines priorities, and provides care within established standards of practice. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Assesses appropriately patient care needs and learning needs in routine oncology patient populations. Reviews lab diagnostic data and incorporates in assessment. Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) monitoring to maintain or improve care of Oncology patient population. Plans patient care and education based on disease process, anticipated patient outcomes, complications of treatment, and psycho-social needs in collaboration with other healthcare team members. Initiates and follows through with appropriate referrals to other interdisciplinary healthcare team members. Demonstrates competency in use of technical skills as required (i.e., IV therapy equipment utilization, universal precautions, body mechanics). Establish IV access utilizing peripheral or central catheters per protocol. Drug should only be prepared once an IV access is established and labs verified. Administer IV therapy as ordered by MD. Assists as a chaperone when needed upon completion of the required Chaperone Training. Qualifications Job qualifications Assoc. Degree/College Diploma Nursing program required Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (state accredited program) Work Experience 1 year acute care experience in their specialty 1 year For Infusion Center Licenses and Certifications Valid CA RN license required Basic Life Support (BLS) required ONS Chemo/Immunotherapy Certified #J-18808-Ljbffr CEDARS-SINAI