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QUALIFICATIONS

Required:  Excellent IV therapy skills; Ability to work well as part of the interdisciplinary team in the treatment and care of sick and/or terminally ill patients and their families. California RN license required within 6 months of hire.

Preferred: Preferred knowledge of chemotherapy drugs; experience working with cancer patients and their families.

Lic/Reg/Cert:  Current Oregon RN license and California RN license/Chemotherapy & Biotherapy within 12 months of hire.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS

Medium to high physical and mental demand capabilities required. Must be able to work independently as well as with co-workers and patients/family members.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 

• Demonstrates a professional, courteous, caring and understanding attitude toward patients, family members, visitors, physicians and fellow employees.
• Knows and observes rules and regulations for safe administration of chemotherapy drugs, for safety to self, personnel, patients/family members and environment.
• Works under the general direction of the Medical oncologist and in cooperation with the Clinical Manager/Director of the Cancer Treatment Center.
• Provides education and information to the patient and family, helping to make the care seamless, continuous and comprehensive.
• Partners with patients, families, the interdisciplinary team, and community resources to provide well coordinated, timely, compassionate, exemplary, interdisciplinary care.
• Supports the patient during difficult decision-making periods. Assists in coordination of end of life care for patient and family, and provide emotional support.
• Understands the side effects of chemotherapy. Assesses patient symptoms and teaches management of side effects under the directions of the Medical Oncologist.
• Assesses patient and family needs in regard to physical, emotional and social aspects of their disease and/or treatments. Counsels when appropriate and refers when necessary to other hospital services or community agencies.

MARGINAL JOB FUNCTIONS 

• Performs charge duties as assigned.