Per Diem RN - Cancer Center New Patient Access - MGH

Cancer Institute New Patient Access RN

The Cancer Institute New Patient Access RN is the first clinical welcome for newly diagnosed cancer patients into the MGH Cancer Institute. The access nurse works collaboratively with the new patient coordinators, disease specific providers, the finance department and as needed other facilities to triage new oncology/hematology patients into the Cancer Institute with the right provider, in the right timeframe and right location.

The access nurse is integral to setting the stage for new patients to know they are in a world class Cancer Institute and will be care for throughout their cancer journey.

Essential Functions

• Maintain accurate, detailed reports, and records.
• Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.
• Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
• Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
• Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
• Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.

Qualifications

• Education:
  
  Associate's Degree Nursing required or Bachelor's Degree Nursing preferred.
• Licenses and Credentials:
  Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred.
• Experience:
  
  Clinical nursing experience 0-1 year required.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  
  Familiarity with the principles and skills needed for practical nursing to provide patient care and treatment. Knowledgeable of the care required by respective age groups for which care is being provided. Ability to maintain confidentiality and secure sensitive information. Knowledge of medical terminology. Excellent verbal and communication skills. Ability to accurately screen and triage acute patients.

Work Location:

100 Blossom Street

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

0

Employee Type:
Per Diem

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range: $41.72 - $105.65/Hourly

EEO Statement: 1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources.