Oncology Registered Nurse

Oncology RN OpportunityVirginia Oncology Associates, the largest group of medical professionals in Hampton Roads and Northeast North Carolina devoted exclusively to cancer care and blood disorders, has an exciting opportunity for an Oncology RN to support our office in Chesapeake.Employment Type: Full TimeIn PersonBenefits: M/D/V, Life Ins., 401(k)Compensation Range: $31.85 - $64.75. Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.ResponsibilitiesAdministers chemotherapy, hydration, and other medications under the direction and supervision of a physicianAssesses and monitors therapy of patients using appropriate technical skills under the direction and supervision of a physicianAssesses patients for changes in condition, including but not limited to abnormal labs, x-rays, scans and drug reactions. Initiates appropriate action.Performs venipuncture, accesses implanted ports and maintains central venous access devices and alternate delivering systemsMaintains efficient and appropriate patient flowPhone triage as assignedDocuments all elements of careServes as a resource to the Medical AssistantsCommunicates all pertinent information and any interventions to the physician or advanced practice providerAssesses patient and family needsQualificationsGraduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education required; BSN preferredOncology experience strongly preferredCurrent RN state license requiredCurrent BCLS certification requiredOCN certification preferredMust be willing to travel between offices as neededWork Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to direct contact with patients with potential for exposure to toxic substances, medicinal preparations, and chemotherapeutic agents.Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.