CBC Oncology Center Infusion RN Full Time Days

Job Opportunity At CBC Oncology Center

Baptist Consulting in Blood Disorders and Cancer is conveniently located on the Baptist Hospital East campus near the corner of Breckenridge Lane and Kresge Way. Open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., CBC offers services including: diagnostic imaging, laboratory services, pharmacy, research and data management, social services, oncology nursing, administrative services, and post-treatment counseling.

The RN uses the nursing process to collect pertinent patient information needed to determine physical and psychological needs, address and identify health problems, performs selected treatments and chemotherapy, diagnostic procedures and routine duties. The RN functions as a member of the healthcare team with responsibilities commensurate with educational preparation, training and demonstrated competencies. Direct patient care is provided to adult and geriatric patients.

Principal duties and responsibilities include:

• Assessing and documenting patient status, including labs, diagnostic tests, and patient's understanding of chemotherapy and other planned treatment.
• Providing care according to appropriate policy and procedure as well as oncology nursing guidelines
• Providing pertinent education to patient regarding care and symptom management
• Evaluating patient response to therapy
• Collaborating with members of healthcare teamphysicians, social worker, pharmacist, etc.in the provision of safe and effective patient care
• Demonstrating organizational and leadership skills

Minimum education, training and experience required:

• Graduation from an accredited program of professional nursing.
• Active KY Registered Nurse license
• BSN required.
• BCLS preferred.
• Oncology experience is preferred.
• ONS Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification within six months of hire, maintain to remain current and updated every two years.

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.