Oncology Ambulatory Care Nurse

The Ambulatory Registered Nurse II provides clinical nursing care to the patient and works alongside the provider team and other clinical staff during the patient’s clinic appointment. This includes utilizing the nursing process, order entry, providing patient education, assisting with procedures, charting in the EMR (EPIC), managing patient in-basket messages, and coordination of care.
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)
CC000464 CHS - Hollings Clinics (Main)
Hourly
Health-28
Work Shift

2,000 sign on bonus
Provides nursing care to patients using the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation). Directs and leads other assigned team members and collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to provide age/developmentally appropriate care in accordance with nursing standards of care and practice. Provide patient/family centered care using the nursing process and focusing on the physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, religious, and environmental needs. This includes providing for the assessment, development of nursing diagnoses, outcome identification, planning, implementation of interventions, coordination of care, health teaching and promotion and evaluation of goals and interventions consistent with the policies of MUSC. This includes participating in shared governance, adherence to standards of care, participation in peer review and professional development promoting leadership and clinical excellence, effective team skills, autonomous practice and acknowledgment of accountability for actions and critical thinking. Coordinates the effective and efficient delivery of patient care services through the application of care management principles. Demonstrates ability to function in a professional practice model through active participation in shared governance, promotion of a healthy work environment and acceptance of personal responsibility for professional growth.
Bachelor of Nursing degree preferred. RN staff hired on or after July 1, 2013, with an Associate or Diploma degree in nursing are required to be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two years and successfully obtain a BSN degree within four years of the RN hire or reclassification date. Refer to policy A141 for more details. A minimum of two years of work experience as a registered nurse required.
Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing or a compact state. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider. Current Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification issued by Oncology Nursing Society required if independently double-checking chemotherapy.
C)ontinuous = 6-8 hours per shift; (F)requent = 2-6 hours per shift; (I)nfrequent = 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job junctions while standing (C), while sitting (I), while walking (F). perform ‘pinching’ operations (I); Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders (F), ability to fully use both legs (C), Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually.
Ability to lift/lower objects 50lbs from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted (I). For every 100 additional pounds, assistance will be required from another healthcare worker. Ability to work overtime as required (F). Computer literacy, ability to work rotating shifts, provide extended leadership coverage as needed, ability to learn and use new processes, tools equipment as required.
- $2,000 sign on bonus for ONS (Oncology Nursing Society) Certified Nurses & OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse )
• Capacity to lift and move patients or medical equipment as needed.
Visual acuity and color perception to accurately read medical charts, documents, and monitors.
Stamina and resilience to handle the physical and emotional demands of providing patient care, including long shifts and potentially stressful situations.
Mobility to navigate clinical environments, including moving between patient rooms, offices, and other areas of the facility.
Compliance with infection control protocols and proper use of personal protective equipment to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

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