Hybrid Outpatient Infusion Nurse- Hematology/Oncology bei None
None · Miami, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Hybrid
- Junior
- Optionales Büro in Miami
SUMMARY: Under direct supervision and working interdependently with physicians, advanced practitioners, and other care team members, provides a broad range of nursing services following established policies and protocols, with a primary focus on infusion and chemotherapies.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Patient Care:
- Obtains patients’ medical histories and performs physical examinations; documents all findings/information.
- Performs therapeutic procedures as allowed within scope of practice including but not limited to immunizations, wound care, and injections.
- Performs daily rounds as required and documents patient care orders.
- Triages and refers patients for further care based on severity of illness and symptoms.
- Utilizes written guidelines/protocol for clinical decision making and management.
- Works closely with Clinical leader to ensure chemotherapy roadmaps are updated and reviewed when ordering drugs and administering chemo.
- Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights.
- Exhibits a high degree of courtesy, tact, and poise when interacting with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
- Adjusts to fluctuating peaks in patient flow, acuity, and other operational demands while maintaining quality.
Documentation
- Orders, reads, and evaluates laboratory reports and radiology studies.
- Charts all patient transactions in accordance with policies and procedures; writes orders and records progress notes that will be reviewed and countersigned by supervising physicians.
- Develops plans of care based on patient assessment ensuring appropriate follow-up in accordance with established nurse practitioner protocols.
- Accountable to produce correspondence including: accommodation letters, school letters and documentation for physical and occupational therapy.
Collaboration & Team Support
- Communicates and works with medical staff to ensure coordinated efforts for the provision of high-quality medical treatment and patient service
- Collaborates with clinic staff, case management, and authorizations teams in the coordination of admissions and procedures for inpatient/outpatient needs to prevent any treatment related delays
- Ensures communication between staff & physicians; responsible for arranging appointments & follow-up; serve as a front-line resource to obtain records, test results, & other clinical information.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
Compliance & Personal Development
- Applies safety principles as identified by established policy.
- Participates in continuing education to continually improve skills and abilities and stay abreast of current technologies/practices.
- Ensures compliance with legal issues including but not limited to patient confidentiality and risk management; ensures compliance with JCAHO, federal, state, and local regulations.
- Floats, covers, and provides assistance to department, other clinics, and staff members when needed or requested by leaders.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduate from an accredited school of nursing and current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Florida, required OR Graduate of an accredited physician assistant program and licensed by FL medical board.
- Current BLS certification, PALS certification required.
- Two to four years related experience or equivalent.
- Ability to understand and adhere to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
- Demonstrated competence in reacting to and handling emergencies.
- Able to work collaboratively with multiple health professionals in a busy and complex environment using tact, diplomacy, and discipline.
- Strong charting/documentation skills.
- Commitment to excellence and high standards
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
- Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
- Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
- Acute attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds.
- Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.
- Bilingual skills a plus.
- Creative, flexible, and innovative team player