RN - H7 Medical Oncology - Night Shift

University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences

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• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department: ICE | NRSL Med Oncology H7 IP C

Summary of Job Duties:

This posting will be used to fill multiple positions Shift: Nights The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care to assigned patients in Medical Oncology/Family Medicine (H7). This unit has 30 private rooms and provides state of the art therapies to a wide range of medical oncology patients and family medicine patients. Practicing in this environment allows the RN to develop skills in chemotherapy and biotherapy administration, management of a range of IV central access devices, management of a variety of symptoms associated with the disease process and/or treatment, and development of skills in emotional support and palliative care. This area also provides learning opportunities in all areas of medical-surgical nursing. A strong interdisciplinary team including physicians, nurses, pharmacists, nutritionists, and social workers support the patient in their various therapies.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with Associates Degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelors in Nursing, or Master's in Nursing.
• Valid RN License.
• 1 year of Registered Nursing experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong work ethics and accountability.

Preferred:

• BSN or MSN
• 2 or more years of nursing experience with a minimum of 1 year in an acute care setting such as a teaching hospital.
• 1 year or more of Oncology RN experience.
• National Certification

Responsibilities:

• Adhere to the standard of care defined by UAMS, ANA, and Standards for specialty patient population with support and mentoring by other team members.
• Collects and documents assessment data.
• Develops a Plan of Care (POC) per standard. Implements POC including medical order and interdisciplinary approach.
• Evaluates the progress of patient toward attainment of desired outcomes. Provides effective patient/family education/discharge planning.
• Administers medication per standard including drug information to patients/families. Acts as a resource/supports others.
• Delivers patient care using the principles of the defined nursing modality.
• Delegates care based on UAMS standards, legal and regulatory requirements, specific job description and individual level of education and training.
• Contributes to a positive work environment that is conducive to clinical education while serving as a resource for student nurses and staff.
• Perform any other duties assigned.

Constant Physical Activity: Hear, Read, Concentrate, Think Analytically

Frequent Physical Activity: Stand, Walk, Talk, Use hands to touch, handle or feel

Occasional Physical Activity: Sit, Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop, reach overhead, Taste or Smell

Lift/Carry Weight: 100 Lbs. or more

Push/Pull Weight: 100 Lbs. or more

Physical Environment: Inside Medical Facility Environment

Noise Level: Moderate

Visual Requirements: Near Visual Acuity, Far Visual Acuity, Color Discrimination, Depth Perception

Hazards: Biological, Chemical, Sharp Objects/Tools, Dust, Fumes/Gases/Odors

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply: License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information: Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

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