Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse (RN) - Breast Oncology (3410)

Join Team Tidelands and help people live better lives through better health!

A Brief Overview The Breast Surgical Oncology Practice Nurse Specialist is essential for the efficient care delivery in the Breast Surgical Oncology Practice. Responsible and accountable for the coordination and provision of nursing care based upon standards of care and professional nursing practice and is accountable for the outcomes of nursing care deliveries in the ambulatory Breast Health setting. Collaborates with all members of the patients care team and provides necessary reports, documents and care plans.

What You Will Do

• Responsible for chart preparation which includes communication with various other providers/services involved in the care of the patient and reviewing all the necessary reports/documentation in preparation for the patient visit
• Responsible for triaging patients during the nursing assessment intake at each office visit. Reviews all medications, allergies, surgeries, family history, new medical comorbidities and completes MIPS according to protocol
• Responsible for ensuring effective communication across the multidisciplinary teams (Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Plastic Surgery, Radiology, Surgical services) to provide coordinated & timely care for patients. Serves as a liaison for patients and providers. Acts as a chaperone for physicians to ensure a safe environment for all patients
• Assist physician during in-office procedures (biopsy, aspirations, incisions and drainage) which includes preparing instruments, operating the breast ultrasound equipment and documenting and label specimens per policy
• Perform lymphedema measurement procedure and document accordingly in EPIC
• Provides and reviews all education material with patients and families regarding procedural instructions, maintaining of good breast health, the understanding of a breast cancer diagnosis or benign breast problem. Communicates with patients and families regarding all necessary surgical information- pre-op instructions, arrival times, follow-up care
• Completes independent nursing assessment patient visits to assess post-op complications, monitoring and removal of surgical drains/staples, incision checks, wound care, dressing changes, blood draw for genetic testing
• Collaborate with the surgical and radiology departments to schedule surgeries and biopsies and ensure all documentation is complete. Obtain and track prior authorizations for biopsies, surgeries and imaging and documents in EPIC accordingly
• Monitors and triages messages/voicemails in the EPIC in-basket
• Maintains an accurate record of AED log
• Prepares and participates in the annual "In the Pink" Breast Cancer fundraising walk
• Completes annual CME as required by the NAPBC to remain an accredited oncology breast program
• Stock exams rooms daily, and is responsible for organizing, monitoring the inventory and ordering all medical supplies for all practice locations

Education Qualifications

• ADN Required
• BSN Preferred
• MSN Preferred

Experience Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of recent experience in an ambulatory or acute care setting Required
• Oncology, Breast Health and/or Breast Surgical nursing experience Preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Broad and thorough knowledge of the discipline of nursing and is a role model for professional nursing practice
• Knowledge of current and emerging best practices, trends and technologies in the Breast Surgical Oncology discipline
• Proven ability to organize, manage multiple priorities, and delegate work functions efficiently
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to create and maintain a climate for effective communication and collaborative decision making
• Strong ability to collaborate effectively with physicians, management and staff from all disciplines. Ability to create and maintain a goal-oriented climate of teamwork and collaboration
• Proficient in blood drawing
• Capable of assisting surgeon with breast ultrasound procedures
• Strong understanding of safety and regulatory standards as it pertains to role
• Strong organizational and planning abilities
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Proficiency with PC's and Microsoft office software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook and prior Electronic Medical Record experience preferred
• The ability to be self-motivated to complete organizational projects and goals is required
• Commitment to Continual Professional Development
• Valid and in good standing driver's license and personal transportation to be able to travel to multiple TH clinical sites required

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Nurse - South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation Required
• Oncology Certified Nurse - Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation Preferred
• Basic Life Support Certified - American Heart Association within 30 Days Required

Physical Demand Medium Physical DemandThe intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a contract for employment nor a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Tidelands Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Tidelands Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Tidelands Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, gender, genetic information, familial status, or any other legally protected status.