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Registered Nurse bei RPCI Oncology PC

RPCI Oncology PC · Buffalo, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite

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Description


We are seeking a per diem Registered Nurse who is flexible to float between sites and help us deliver compassionate, dedicated care to our patients 


Roswell Park Care Network is a recognized leader in oncology and specialty care, serving community physician practices across New York State. We are committed to delivering exceptional patient care and advancing innovative treatment options  


As a Registered Nurse you will plan and provide nursing interventions for individuals with cancer and cancer related health care problems; treat human responses to actual or potential health problems through such services as patient care, health teaching, and health counseling; execute medical regimens prescribed by a physician or other licensed health care provider authorized by the State of New York. 


Responsibilities:

  • Follows orders written by a Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Physician Assistant
  • Administer chemotherapeutic agents
  • Administer IV infusions including iron, hydration, and other injectable medications  
  • Assess lab results and vital signs  
  • Prepare chemotherapeutic agents following all safety standards including closed system access devices
  • Prepare all medications following manufacturer guidelines
  • Obtain vascular access via Peripheral IV, A-port or PICC line  
  • Patient education on discharge/post treatment  
  • Monitor and evaluate patients throughout infusion  
  • Draws blood for lab draws via peripherally or by venous access device
  • Performs therapeutic phlebotomy per order
  • Phone triage  
  • Adheres to all the regulatory requirements and professional standards such as ONS and QOPI safety standards as applicable to the specific area of nursing practice 
  • Performs nursing assessment that includes the holistic needs of each patient with consideration of his/her physiological, psychological, social, ethnic, cultural, educational and spiritual strengths and needs. Includes the patient and family and/or support system in the planning and delivery of care 
  • Ensures that patient safety is a priority goal in the delivery of healthcare 
  • Provides direct patient care activities with other professional disciplines to ensure that the plan of nursing intervention is consistent with and integrated with the total treatment plan 
  • Administers medications, IV fluids in a safe and efficient manner following established policies and procedures 
  • Demonstrates knowledge of and indications for dosage, route, action, side effects, contraindications, and adverse reactions of medication 
  • Provides health education/teaching for patients, their families, and/or designated significant others 
  • Confers with nursing staff and other members of the healthcare team regarding condition of patients and/or any unusual events or problems to ensure continuity of care 
  • Schedules patient appointments for treatment to include but not limited to, chemotherapy infusion, iron infusion, hydration, injections, etc.
  • Adheres to the RPCI Oncology, PC standard for Employee Conduct
  • Protects patient’s privacy, confidentiality, and their rights as health care consumers. 
  • Demonstrates an understanding of and is compliant with HIPAA regulations. Can define own level of access for minimum necessary requirements 
  • Complies with and is knowledgeable of Institute and department policies/procedures and standards of care 
  • Completes and maintains certification for the Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Course 
  • Acquires and/or maintains the necessary education and skills required to address competencies 
  • Attends/completes required mandatory in-services on an annual basis 
  • Attends education programs offered which have relevance to the special needs of assigned patient population, new products, equipment, policies/procedures, and clinical care 
  • Enhances professional growth and development by participating in educational programs, reading current literature, and participating in in-service meetings and workshops 
  • Attends meetings as required
  • Other responsibilities as may be required and/or assigned 

Requirements


Education/Experience:

  • Graduation from an accredited school of nursing  
  • The equivalent of one (1) year of fulltime oncology nursing experience (Preferred)
  • Experience with EMR software (Medent/Onco/Allscripts/Soarian) 
  • Must have knowledge of Windows and Office software

Certificiations/Licenses:

  • License to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York 
  • OCN Certification Preferred
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