Registered Nurse (RN) - Radiation - Oncology - Harbour View Medical Center

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

24

Work Shift:

Days (United States of America)

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As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

735N02 - RN Radiation Oncology - Harbour View Medical Center

Job Summary:

The RN Radiation Oncology provides nursing care and patient education for the patient during radiation therapy treatment course.  The RN Radiation Oncology will assist with IV therapy for CT simulation.   

Essential Functions: 

• Performs direct patient care and implements the Radiation Oncologist’s order(s).  Assesses patients prior to being seen by the physician.  Documents and evaluates all patient related information such as weight, vital signs, and medications. 
• Assesses patients for special needs and plans appropriate nursing interventions: a) Skin reactions; b) dietary needs; c) social service needs and d) psychological needs.  Communicates with patients via phone regarding acute situations then notifies physician and provides appropriate follow up to the patient. 
• Assures comprehensive patient care based on appropriate assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, and education of the patient. 
• Supports patient education and orientation.  Distributes site specific educational material to patients and family. Provide patients with information on what to expect during radiation treatments and follow up care. 
• Assists with special procedures and monitors patient conditions. Provides IV therapy for contrast injection for CT simulation. 
• Schedules patient’s follow-up visits, off-site procedures and tests and notifies the business office.  Prepares patient records for physician related visits prior to visit.  Calls patients with test results under physicians’ direction.  

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. 

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited school or college of nursing (required)    
• BSN Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred); required within five years of hire if working within RSFH 

Licensure/Certification:

• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of practice (required)  
• OCN Oncology Certified Nurse (preferred)  
• ONS Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy certified, or other chemotherapy certification (preferred) 
• ONS Radiation Oncology Certification (preferred) 
• CPR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (required) 

Experience:

• 2 years’ previous Oncology experience (preferred)  

Training:

None

Skills and Abilities:

Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills: 

Monitor patient conditions during treatment 

Administer non-intravenous medications 

Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care 

Record patient medical histories 

Analyzing data or information 

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Soft/Interpersonal Skills: 

Attention to detail 

Acceptance of authority 

Critical thinking 

Communication with family members 

Teamwork 

Conflict resolution 

Active listening 

Relationship building 

Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Bon Secours associate, you’re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts