Staff Nurse - Chemotherapy

Registered Nurse (RN)

The Aultman Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional nurse that provides direct, primary nursing care to patients/residents. The RN delegates and coordinates patient care, based upon a documented assessment of the patient’s/resident’s needs. The RN supervises the care provided by individuals such as licensed practical nurses, patient care technicians/state tested nursing assistants/nurse aides, medical assistants, and etc., if applicable. The Infusion Therapy Center is in the Timken Family Cancer Center on the main campus.

The unit operates Monday through Friday 7A-5:30P, Saturday 7:30A-4P and Sundays/Holidays as needed. The hours of operation are subject to change to meet the needs of the patients served by the department. The unit consists of 44 treatment areas containing a mix of private and community infusion suites. The focus is on patients requiring chemotherapy and/or other medication administration, blood product administration, and/or central line care.

Many of the patients carry an oncological or hematological diagnosis, but patient admission is not limited to these types of patients.

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred. Current, active licensure as a Registered Nurse through the Ohio Board of Nursing. Obtain and maintain current American Heart Association (AHA) training in Basic Life Support (BLS) utilizing Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) is required. Certification preferred for RNs meeting applicable certification eligibility requirements. Membership in professional nursing organization preferred. Chemotherapy education and administration training to be completed within 3 months of hire.

Oncology Certification preferred for RNs meeting applicable certification eligibility requirements. Pursue Oncology Certification once certification eligibility requirements are met to fulfill Commission on Cancer standard.

Below are examples of skills:
Proficient computer skills to complete tasks as required. Must be organized, able to effectively prioritize tasks and exhibit appropriate time management skills. Must be detail oriented while focusing on safe practices and quality care. Demonstrates effective communication. Effective appropriate and professional interactions with colleagues/physicians, patients and visitors.

RN applies the nursing process of assessment, planning interventions, accurately implements and/or delegates patient care, evaluates that care, and accurately communicates patient information in a timely manner. RN is a patient/resident advocate in conjunction with the other members of the healthcare team and fosters patient safety, comfort and satisfaction. Attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice. Demonstrates quality and effectiveness of nursing practice.

Adhere to professional standards and guidelines, including ethical actions, relevant statutes, rules and regulations, during nursing practice. Collaborates with patient, family, and others in the conduct of nursing practice. Exhibits High Reliability Organization (HRO) tools and tones. Provides leadership in the professional practice setting and contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues and students. Integrates research findings into practice.

Responsible for timely review of emails, department communications and applicable learning assignments and completion as applicable. Documents patient assessment and intervention data using established medical record forms/automated systems and documentation practices. Nursing assessment and intervention, patient education, and the administration of any medication or chemotherapy is documented in the electronic health record. Administers chemotherapy, immunotherapy, hydration, and other medications under the direction and supervision of a physician and within the scope of nursing.

Follows guidelines for the safe administration and handling of hazardous drugs. Assesses patients for changes in condition or drug reactions and initiates appropriate emergency resuscitation during infusions. Facilitates dose modifications with chemotherapy regimen in…