Registered Nurse (RN) Clinical Coordinator Radiation Oncology FT

Job Details Job Title: Clinical Coordinator RN Category: Nurses Status: Full-Time Shift: Day Facility: Clara Maass Medical Center Department: Radiation Oncology Pay Range: $110,150.29 - $143,195.38 per year (New Jersey) Location: 1 CLARA MAASS DRIVE, BELLEVILLE, NJ 07109 Job Overview RWJBH is seeking a Clinical Care Coordinator, Registered Nurse for our Radiation Oncology Department at the Clara Maass Medical Center campus. The Clinical Care Coordinator ensures continuity of care through clear communication on patient status with the inpatient unit staff and department staff as appropriate. The Radiation Oncology Nurse Coordinator is a professional Registered Nurse who assumes clinical responsibility for a specific caseload of patients, supports the research mission by collaborating with the care team and monitoring patients as appropriate. Essential Functions The Radiation Oncology Nurse Coordinator is a professional Registered Nurse who assumes clinical responsibility for a specific caseload of patients. Supports the research mission by collaborating with the care team and monitoring patients as appropriate. Reviews orders and delivers care as appropriate including but not limited to administration of medication, hydration, oral/IV contrast and phlebotomy. Maintains continuity by following up with patients via telephone on any issues that are pending from the visit. Has working knowledge of current radiation oncology clinical trials and communicates to research nurse and or physician of potential trial candidates. Working under the direction of a physician, the radiation oncology nurse specialist accesses the patient's past history and current condition. Establishes and monitors the family goals and outcomes. Coordinates, monitors and evaluates patient care in the outpatient setting. Accesses and implements patient/family education and home care needs. Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to access each patient's age specific needs and various treatment ages (pediatric, young adult, adult, geriatric). Assists with the coordination of patient care services from the inpatient setting to the ambulatory setting or vice versa by communicating with floor nurses as needed. Works with the office coordinator to ensure that all relevant clinical information is obtained, reviewed and available in Radiation Oncology ARIA prior to the consult and follow-up visit. Works with physician to ensure follow up orders are written and carried out proactively and ensures all orders are completed and signed off according to RWJ Hospital and Department of Radiation Oncology Policy. Qualifications Graduate of an NLN accredited school of nursing required. BSN Degree. Minimum 2-5 years of RN experience with a focus in ambulatory and/or oncology nursing. Knowledge of EMR and workflows in the ambulatory care setting. Knowledge of standard of care treatment for radiation oncology patients. Certifications & Licenses Required Active NJ RN license or compact RN license with NJ endorsement. BLS from the American Heart Association. ACLS certification within 90 days of hire. PALS certification within 90 days of hire. Oncology certification or ability to obtain within 2 years of hire date. Scheduling Requirements Day Shift, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (variable and not guaranteed). Full-Time, 37.5 hours. Monday – Friday. Benefits Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time. Retirement Plans. Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance. Dental and Vision Insurance. Disability and Life Insurance. Paid Parental Leave. Tuition Reimbursement. Student Loan Planning Support. Flexible Spending Accounts. Wellness Programs. Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance). Community and Volunteer Opportunities. Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon. RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr RWJBarnabas Health