RN Hospital Oncology Day Shift Full-Time - Oncology

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Summary Coordinates total nursing care for patients, participates in patient and family teaching, and provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing and other members of the interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal clinical and resource outcomes. Job Duties

Administers medications and immunizations and performs treatments to patients according to established policies and standards.

Receives, interprets, and clarifies physician orders accurately; consults appropriate resources to clarify unfamiliar or questionable orders. Reads back verbal orders.

Documents all patient-related information including health history, weights, medications, and vital signs accurately in the EMR.

Identifies problems that require immediate intervention, initiates appropriate action, and records observations accurately and concisely in the medical record.

Coordinates/prioritizes complex patient assignment.

Develops and implements an individualized teaching plan that includes the patient/family as evidenced by documentation on the medical record.

Maintains the standards of nursing care the policies and procedures of the hospital and Nursing Department.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's Degree Nursing
• 2 years Acute care setting.
• Basic computer skills and data entry.
• Registered Nurse Upon Hire and
• ONS - Certification in Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Program - Oncology Nursing Society prior to finishing orientation and
• OCN - Oncology Nurse Certification within 3 Years and
• BLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree Nursing

Epic EMR.

Physical Demands Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR. Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require. Location: Lehigh Valley Health Network · Cancer Center Infusion Schedule: Full Time 40 hours, Day Shift, full time hours, flex