Registered Nurse (Part Time) Cancer Ctr - Office Practice

Registered Nurse (Part Time) Cancer Ctr - Office Practice Req #: 0000250743 Category: Nurses Status: Part-Time Shift: Day Facility: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center Department: Cancer Ctr - Office Practice Pay Range: $47.85 - $60.60 per hour Location: 94 Old Short Hills Road, Livingston, NJ 07039 Pay Transparency The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience. Job Summary The oncology registered nurse assumes clinical responsibility for a specific caseload of patients. Working under the direction of a physician, the oncology nurse accesses the patient’s history and current condition, establishes and monitors the patient/family goals and outcomes, coordinates, monitors and evaluates patient care in the outpatient office and infusion setting. The oncology registered nurse provides and implements patient/family education and home care needs. Principles of growth and development and each patient’s age specific needs and treatment and care for the adult and geriatric population are utilized. Qualifications Graduate from an accredited school of nursing Prefer Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing Current New Jersey RN licensure required BLS certification required Previous Oncology nursing experience required I.V. certified and chemotherapy certified required within first 6 months Previous Office Nurse Practice Experience preferred Successful completion of all Orientation programs Scheduling Requirements Day Shift Part Time 15 hours per week Essential Functions Adheres to departmental and institution guidelines regarding mandatory and unit based competency performance evaluations Administers injections and port flushes as per SBMC policies and procedures Assesses, educates, and documents on extravasations using established policies and procedures Assist patient and family members in coping by encouraging oral expression of feelings associated with fears and losses imposed by disease and treatment and makes appropriate psychosocial services referrals Assists in determining patient eligibility for research protocols In conjunction with the physician, explains protocols to the patients and participates in protocols, completing the appropriate forms Assists patient in the use of ambulation techniques and assistive devices such as commode chair, walker, hip chair and crutches and positioning of patient Assists with double check and verification of chemotherapy Collaborates with physician in developing patient care plans, carrying out protocols, tests and examinations for the overall plan of care Communicate and cooperate with other team members and community agencies in planning, implementing, coordinating and evaluating all services necessary to ensure completeness and continuity of care Consults with physician regarding medical orders on patients, i.e. treatments, medications, care, diet and vital signs Demonstrates proper procedure in caring for and maintenance of central lines Demonstrates the ability to recognize hematological and oncological related emergencies and takes appropriate action when occurs Demonstrates understanding of hospital policy and procedure regarding restraints Evaluates effectiveness of interventions and revises plan of care accordingly Integrates psychosocial, physical, nutritional and rehabilitation needs of the patient in patient care and discharge planning Makes recommendations of patient care based on the medically prescribed treatment plan, nursing assessment, collaboration with other health team members and coordinates all services Monitors nutritional status and provides education related to diet as appropriate Observe, record and report signs and symptoms of the disease process, changes in patient’s physical, emotional and social condition and responses to the therapeutic regimen Participates in initial patient consult visit and subsequent office visits at the discretion of the physician Performs and documents accurate neurological assessment as indicated by patient condition Performs assessment and reassessment of patients according to applicable department standards and identified tools Prioritizes work assignments according to patient care needs Proactively reviews physician schedules prior to patient appointments to assess possible patient and physician needs Provides appropriate oncology/chemotherapy related education to patients and families as per established standards of care, policiedures Provides patient/family education according to the plan of care and documents in medical record Review laboratory reports, documenting pertinent data in the patient chart, and bring abnormal results to the attention of the physician Takes an active role in maintaining current knowledge and sharing the information gained with coworkers through follow up presentations Teach, demonstrate and supervise patient care techniques, preventive and rehabilitative measures to the patient, family, home health aide and other patient care personnel Transmits pertinent patient information to appropriate individual (i.e. , MD, supervisor, discharge planner, etc) Uses an understanding of the principles of acute and chronic pain management to assess each patient’s individual needs and provide appropriate and specific treatment and care Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient’s age specific needs and provide age specific treatment and care Provides a compassionate and supportive environment with prompt and consistent service Adheres to patient rights: provides for the confidential treatment of all communications and records Demonstrates professionalism with families, visitors, physicians, co-workers and supervisors Listens and communicates effectively Supports teamwork by cooperative problem solving through participation in meetings, projects, etc Utilizes principles of continuous quality improvement in all work situations to assess, measure and improve organizational and department functions Organizes work sets priorities with a minimum of supervision and seeks guidance as appropriate Makes decisions that are timely and consistent with department, objectives, policies and procedures Demonstrates sound judgment; accepts and benefits from constructive criticism Participates in ongoing education as required Benefits and Perks Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Plans Short & Long Term Disability Life & Accidental Death Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Discounts through our partners, such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more! 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