RN-Medical Oncology-6180

Staff Position Description

 

Position Title:  Oncology RN                                       Position Code:  RNMedOnc-6180

Department:  Cancer Center                                       Safety Sensitive:        YES

Reports to:  Director/Supervisor                                 Exempt Status:          NO

                                                                          

Position Purpose:

All KHI employees are expected to perform their respective tasks and duties in such a way that supports KHI’s vision to be among the kindest, highest quality health systems in the country.

The Oncology Nurse oversees and delivers the care of the patient with hematologic/oncologic diagnoses within the statues of the Arizona State Nurse Practice Act.  Works with and follows the clinical direction of the Medical Oncologist/Hematologist to provide cancer treatment care.

 

Key Responsibilities [List of material responsibilities and essentials duties which must be completed in achieving the objectives of the position]

Assessing Patients

·        Collects data and documents information within defined time frame

·        Interprets clinical data to identify needs and evaluate responses

·        Collects and documents pertinent data relative to patient care needs

Planning Care:

·        Participates in identifying needs and delegating patient care

·        Provides feedback to evaluate procedures

Providing Care:

·        Reviews treatment prescription for clarity and ensures processing is complete

·        Assures that simulation information is documented consistent with policy

·        Assists said physician(s) with exams and other procedures as necessary

·        Provides care and treatment to assigned patients consistent with policy

·        Responsible for administering antibiotics, blood transfusions, and other medication as ordered

·        Performs CLIA waived lab tests and obtains specimens

·        Performs proficiency testing and runs controls for waived tests

·        Performs venipuncture

·        Manage patient symptoms that result from chemotherapy treatment under the direction of the physician(s)

·        Responsible for the continued monitoring and following the administration of medication

·        Responsible for documenting all patient interactions

·        Required to assess and educate patients in a detailed fashion

Coordination of Care:

·        Shares information in team conferences and interacts with employees, physicians and patients in a positive and informative manner

·        Shares patient-related information to facilitate making decisions in the best interest of the patient

Patient Education and Satisfaction:

·        Identifies patient learning needs and determines teaching method, using appropriate resources

·        Provides education to the patient / significant others and verbally assures understanding

·        Scripts as necessary for the patient

·        Proactively answers all questions and gives informative, easy to understand instructions

 

Qualifications [Statements regarding minimum educational and experience qualifications, required proficiencies with specialized knowledge, computer proficiencies, military service, required certifications, etc.]

Education: Associate Degree in Nursing or graduate of a Nursing Diploma program

Certification:

·        Chemotherapy certification

·        Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Licensure:

·        Current and valid Arizona RN License or compact license

Continuing Education:

Must complete 12 hours of cancer-related continuing education every calendar year or maintain a current oncology nursing certification including but not limited to:

1. Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner (AOCNP)
2. Advanced Oncology Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist (AOCNS)
3. Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse (AOCN)
4. Blood & Marrow Transplant Certified Nurse (BMTCN)
5. Certified Breast Care Nurse (CBCN)

6.      Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN)

 

Preferences [Preferred attributes for the position which are not absolutely required in the minim