Registered Nurse-Heme/Heme Malignancies

Overview Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington. With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world's leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world's deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality. At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. The Clinical Nurse Coordinator provides clinical support to medical providers, providing care management to their entire panel of patients. As the primary point of contact for complex outpatients, the Myeloma CNC provides continuity of care through nursing assessments, triage, patient education and care coordination. The clinical nurse coordinator is an integral part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team which collaborates closely to provide the highest level of care for patients. This is a full time position at our South Lake Union location. Responsibilities Assesses physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs and evaluates patients' adaptation to health changes Develops a plan of care based on patients' disease, symptoms, and response to treatment Educates patients, families, and caregivers on disease processes, treatment side effects and symptom management Coordinates with inter-disciplinary team to ensure continuity of care Refs patients, families and caregivers to other clinical resources/professionals such as social work, home health care, clinical nutrition, etc. Implements, evaluates and modifies plan of care Integrates research and evidence based knowledge into clinical practice In addition to primary responsibilities of the Registered Nurses (RN), the Clinical Nurse Coordinator (CNC) will have the following key responsibilities: Direct Patient Care Educate patients and families: specific to rehabilitation services Telephone and email symptom triage Engage in meaningful patient follow up and care coordination Post-procedure, medication side effects New patient orientation to service line Caregiver support Assist with in-clinic procedures: (setup, consent, time out, and patient positioning) Assessment of needs for additional supportive care resources Prescription refills, and addressing medication questions Result reviews Indirect Patient Care Supportive care referrals FMLA paperwork, disability paperwork, Ferry passes Coordination of outside clinical care Ensuring continuity of care with outside providers Collaboration with research team for patients on trial Place physiatry return orders and Supportive Care referral orders as directed by MD Coordinate responses to patient inquiries via MyChart and phone Coordinate lab tests and notification of patients Coordinate with Supportive Care and medical care teams as needed, across Fred Hutch sites Facilitate external referrals for ongoing rehabilitation needs Manage Epic Rehab Medicine Clinical Support InBasket inquiries from patients, staff, or other providers Communication and Teamwork Attend regular team meetings with provider and nursing teams Coordination of care with ancillary services Delegation of tasks to appropriate team members Coordinating patient schedules with clinic team Collaboration with infusion RN and other members of the care team to assure patient needs are met Real-time management and escalation of issues in clinic Professional Development and Clinic Engagement Document all nursing care activities accurately and in a timely fashion. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of patient privacy rights. Active participation in continuing education, departmental projects, committ Qualifications Required: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing Must have current Washington State Registered Nurse (RN) license or current NLC multistate license (MSL); and must upgrade to an MSL with primary state of residence, WA, within 60 days of hire. This requirement may be waived under specific circumstances, subject to approval. Current BLS AHA Health Provider Card (or equivalent course, such as by the American Red Cross) and renewal required every two years Additional certification may be required dependent upon department. Critical thinking; the ability to practice the cognitive skills of analyzing, applying standards, discriminating, information seeking, logical reasoning, predicting, and transforming knowledge Ability to develop clinical judgment. Time Management skills; the ability to organize and manage time and tasks independently Ability to communicate effectively by looking and listening for cues, asking open-ended questions, exploring cues, using pauses, screening responses, and clarifying response. Ability to effectively listen by using reflecting, acknowledging, summarizing, empathizing, and paraphrasing skill. Ability to effectively provide information by checking what information the person knows already, giving small amounts of information at a time, using clear terms and avoiding jargon, avoiding detail unless it is requested, checking for understanding, and pausing and waiting for a response. Preferred: BSN prepared nurse OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse) or BMT RN 2 years of oncology nursing experience Previous telephone triage experience Previous outpatient clinic experience Takes initiative Good communication skills Skilled at multitasking and organization The hourly pay range for this position is from $47.64 to $88.19 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications. Registered Nurses are paid on a step-scale basis and are also eligible for shift differentials and other pay premiums such as advanced degree, preceptor and certification. This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship at this time. This position may be eligible for relocation assistance. Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well‑being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks). Additional Information We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io or by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (Fred Hutch)