Registered Nurse RN New Grad Radiation Oncology

Primary City/State:

Greeley, Colorado

Department Name:

Radiation Oncology

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Nursing

Estimated Pay Range:

$29.48 - $49.13 / hour, based on location, education, & experience.

In accordance with State Pay Transparency Rules.

Nursing careers are better at Banner Health. We are committed to developing the careers of our team members. We care about you, your nursing career today and your future. If you’re looking to leverage your abilities – apply today. 

The North Colorado Medical Center Cancer Center is part of the Banner MD Anderson cancer program.  We are proud to be a part of this network as it allows us to give exceptional care to cancer patients.  The amazing culture of this cancer center is what makes nurses excited to work here. 

The radiation oncology program at NCMC is accredited by ASTRO’s Accreditation Program for Excellence (APEx) and the  Cancer Program is accredited by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer as a “Community Comprehensive Cancer Program.” NCMC’s cancer program works in a regional model of care in conjunction with McKee Medical Center in Loveland, CO and with Sterling Regional MedCenter, David Walsh Cancer Center in Sterling, CO. The cancer program is a comprehensive program embracing a broad spectrum of care and services, from prevention and early detection programs through an active cancer survivorship program. A robust cancer research program supports the program in northern Colorado. NCMC embraces a positive work culture, principles of “Just Culture” and a culture of safety. Patient experience is a high priority for the cancer program.

In this role as an Radiation Oncology RN you will be working in the Cancer Center to support patients for their weekly treatments, provide physician support, and contribute to the overall care coordination for the patients. This position will also assist in the OR with surgical procedures such as HDR Brachy Therapy. The average patient load is 6-7 patients per day with varying acuity levels. 

Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30a-430p, No weekends or Holidays

POSITION SUMMARY
This position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with organizational policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and development. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under their direction. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills necessary to assess data and plan, provide and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age of assigned patients.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs. Reviews patient history and physical with patient/family and assures completion within appropriate timeframe. Reviews available information obtained by other health care team members. Reviews diagnostics and laboratory data and reports abnormal results to the physician(s) and other appropriate caregivers. Completes assessment and reassessments according to patient need and as outlined in policy.

2. Formulates a plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data and patient, family and health team input. Initiates a plan of care based on patient-specific needs, assessment data and the medical plan of care. Goals for patient are realistic, measurable and developed in conjunction with the patient/family. Considers the physical, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age specific and educational needs of the patient in the plan of are. Plans care in collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary team. Reviews and revises the plan of care to reflect changing patient needs based on evaluation of the patient’s status.

3. Implements the plan of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation and supervision of the activities of the health care team. Provides care based on physician orders and the nursing plan of care, in compliance with policies and procedures, standards of care, and regulatory agency requirements. Delegates appropriately, and provides nursing supervision in the provision of care to patients by other licensed nurses and other personnel. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for whom care is provided.

4. Evaluates the patient's and family's response to care and teaching, and revises the plan of care as needed. Evaluates p