Registered Nurse Radiation Oncology

Registered Nurse Radiation Oncology page is loaded## Registered Nurse Radiation Oncologylocations: Miami Beach, FLtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR105049**As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care.**Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.**Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way**Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.**Department:****Job Description Summary:**## Position ResponsibilitiesOncology Responsibilities* Demonstrates ability to interpret physician orders accurately.* Performs double check of physician orders utilizing patient identifiers.* Demonstrates proficiency in the safe administration of medications and the disposal of medication wastes and equipment as per hospital guidelines.* Completes nursing documents accurately and in a timely manner following Joint Commission Standards.* Provides patient education and documents appropriately using the approved documemtation forms.* Demonstrates the ability to identify signs and symptoms of oncologic emergencies and provide management appropriately and quickly* Assesses and reassesses patient complaint of pain and document findings.* Identify acute local and systemic reactions as a result of extravasation or anaphylaxis in association with specific drugs and able to provide appropriate interventions.* Attends annual mandatory inservices. Maintain certification in Basic Life Support. Achieves and maintains certification in speciality area.* Delegates patient care responsibilities to assigned care givers, based upon patient condition and staff competencies.* Demonstrates a calm, professional manner during a crisis or emergency situation at all times within the patient care environment.* Follows approved protocol in receiving critical results and performing timely and accurate communication and follow-up.* Actively participates in the survivorship program of the center.* Demonstrates knowledge and proficiency in charging services and reconciling charges.Assessment* Performs and documents an accurate nursing assessment at time of visit as it relates to outpatient setting.* Performs and documents an accurate fall risk and pain assessment at time of visit.* Assesses patient education needs as it relates to outpatient setting.* Responds to diagnostic data and initiates appropriate action or intervention.* Assesses psychosocial needs specific to patient's growth, age, and development.Planning* Initiates an interdisciplinary plan of care. Presents patient cases at Interdisciplinary Patient Care Conferences (IPCC)* Establishes priorities for patient care based on patient needs at time of visit.Implementation* Verbalizes understanding of patient diagnosis and interdisciplinary plan of care.* Safely and correctly initiates and documents nursing interventions in emergency situations.* Reports all abnormal findings immediately to physician( critical lab reporting).* Administers, observes, and documents intravenous therapy according to hospital policy.* Administers medications within 30 minutes of scheduled time. Observes and documents effectiveness. Recognizes and reports adverse reactions immediately.* Provides individualized instructions to patient/significant other regarding the plan of care.* Demonstrates safe and correct use of unit specific equipment.* Adheres to standard precautions including hand hygiene guidelines at all times* Performs dressing changes using aseptic technique.* Collects and labels specimens per policy when ordered by physician.* Performs glucose monitoring according to policy.* Demonstrates ability to insert an intravenous catheter.* Administers oxygen therapy per physician order* Performs new patient orientation / education and provides patient with understanding of department processes.Evaluation* Documents / reports patient responses or outcomes resulting from: nursing interventions, treatments / procedures, interpersonal interactions, and patient / family education.* Evaluates and documents patient's progress towards established goals / objectives as it relates to outpatient setting.* Updates/revises patient care problem list and individualized patient care standards based on patient/family responses, progress towards goals, and/or change in medical status.* Professional and Staff Development* Obtains 100% mandatory hospital and unit specific inservices annually, prior to evaluation date.* Plans, presents, and documents unit inservice and / or IPCC as required by level.* Documents competency in clinical skills annually.* Attends staff meetings as required.* Uses established lines of communication for resolution of problems and interpersonal conflict.* Ensures productivity daily by delegating assignments to immediate subordinates and evaluates completion of their duties.* Participates in CQI/PI program by identifying PI indicators of major aspects of care at the unit level.* Collects PI data as assigned.## Qualifications* ### License/Registration/Certification+ Current Licensure in the state of Florida. BSN preferred. BLS required.* ### Education+ Associate's Degree in Nursing. BSN preferred.* ### Experience+ Level II: Minimum of 2 years in area of specialty in an inpatient or outpatient setting, and/or medical / surgical experience. Applicants must also possess the skills to independently perform the job requirements, tasks and responsibilities of the position.**Benefits:**We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs:* Health benefits* Life insurance* Long-term disability coverage* Healthcare spending accounts* Retirement plan* Paid time off* Pet Insurance* Tuition reimbursement* Employee assistance program* Wellness program* On-site housing for select positions and more!**Degree Requirements:****Certification:** #J-18808-Ljbffr