Registered Nurse, SCCC-Inpatient Unit, Full Time

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The Chemotherapy nurse will be a professional registered nurse who administers standard chemotherapy and biotherapy agents, research study and non-chemotherapy medications.  He/she will administer care to oncology patients as well as with multiple disease process and research study patients.

Up to $25,000 Sign On Bonus

Full Time

Location : SCCC Inpatient

The Inpatient Unit at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center has an exciting opportunity for a Chemotherapy (CTU) Registered Nurse. The CTU RN:

• Will be a professional registered nurse who administers standard chemotherapy and biotherapy agents, research study and non-chemotherapy medications. 

• He/she will administer care to oncology patients as well as with multiple disease process and research study patients.

• Assigned patients and evaluates plans to include documentation of nursing care.

• Reports symptoms and changes in patients’ condition and vital signs. 

• Modifies patient treatment plans as indicated by patients’ responses and conditions, and physician orders.

• Reviews, evaluates and reports diagnostic tests to assess patient’s condition.

• Consults with physicians and other healthcare professionals related to assigned patients to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.

•  Prepares patients for, and assists with examinations, procedures and treatments.

•  Considers patient age and culture during patient treatments and provides any needed information regarding treatment plan. 

• Nurtures a compassionate environment by providing psychological support.

• Performs appropriate patient tests and safely administers medications within the scope of practice. 

• Administers and maintains accurate records related to medications and treatments as per regulatory bodies, policies, procedures and physician orders.

• Communicates plan of care in a timely manner to patient and family, as well as the appropriate team members, ensuring compliance with all regulatory guidelines (i.e. HIPAA).

• Uses best practices for transition of patient care. Uses available resources to assist in discharge planning.

• Plans, prioritizes, and adjusts assignments to accomplish goals and render superior patient care; seeks assistance when needed.

• Adapts to changing work demands and environment.

• Operates the appropriate medical equipment.

• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS                                                

Education:

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing, Bachelor’s degree (BSN) preferred.  RNs hired with an Associates (ASN) degree have 2 years to complete the BSN degree.

Certification and Licensing:

• Valid Florida Registered Nurse License, BLS,ACLS certifications required

• Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy & Biotherapy Administration Guidelines provider course

• Oncology certification preferred

Experience:

• One year recent oncology nursing experience required, Two years preferred.

• Recent experience in administering chemotherapy and biotherapy agents

• Moderate to advanced computer literacy and skills

• Sedation Competencies

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

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