Registered Nurse - BMT

Description:
ICU RN for start up program. 3x12s, Days, 1900-0730. Stem cell experience a big plus! Volume will be low to start: looking for candidates to share expertise and help existing nurses learn. Float required (IMCU, depends on background). Every other weekend (or less) required based on staffing.
Pyxis medication system EPIC documentation, SBAR communication. Provider Support: Pharmacy, physical therapy, radiology, rapid response teams, respiratory services, transportation, unit secretary. Provider Coverage: Intensivist, CRNA, Hospitalist, and Anesthesiologist 12hr/day, 24hr on call, and NP in house 24/7.
1 year experience required, 5 years preferred. BMT/Stem Cell/Cellular Therapy experience BIG PLUS. First time traveler with robust background will be considered. 36 hours orientation with 24 on floor. Black scrubs (not provided).

Certifications Required:
BLS (AHA only, no Heart Code); ACLS (AHA only); CHEMO cert (OCN preferred)

Skills Required:
BMT, Inpatient Oncology, Administration of bone marrow; Graft Rejection; Graft-versus-host disease; Stem cell therapies; Administration of chemotherapy; Body fluid handling post Chemotherapy; Continuous Infusion of chemotherapy; IV push administration of chemotherapy; Management/disposal cytotoxic spills; Monitor chemotherapy; Oral Administration of chemotherapy; Recognize/ communicate abnormal lab values; Accessing Ports; Administration of coagulation factors; Antifungals; Antivirals; Blood/Blood product administration; Care and management of ports; Central line blood draw; Central Line/Implanted Line Care; Infusion pump management; Intravenous hydration/multivitamins; PICC line care; Starting IVs; Antiemetic; Antitumor; Antibiotic; Corticosteroids; Neupogen; Hormonal therapy; Acute Tumor Lysis Syndrome (ATLS); Anaphylaxis; Extravasation injury; Hemorrhage; Sepsis; Spinal Cord Compression; Patient/Family education and support; Alteration in skin and mucous membranes; Altered mental status; Constipation/diarrhea; Dysphagia; Edema; Nausea/vomiting; Neuropathy

Preferred Skills:
Infusion Center; Outpatient Oncology; Active Immunotherapy Specific/Non Specific; Administration of Interferons; Administration of Interleukins; Recognize/manage side effects; Care of Patients with various types of cancer; IV push narcotic agents; Medication tolerance/dependence assessment; PCA pump management; Transdermal patches; Chest tube care and management; Colostomy care and management; Foley catheter insertion/management; Isolation Precautions; Neutropenic precautions; Phlebotomy skills; Telemetry Interpretation; Telemetry monitoring; Tracheostomy care/management; Wound care; Advanced directives; Hospice care; Withholding/withdrawing treatment; Post surgical care