Nurse Pros-Hematology​/Oncology Clinic

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UConn Health is looking for a highly skilled oncology Per diem Registered Nurse that will be responsible for performing a full range of tasks in providing nursing holistic care to assigned patients. This position is located in the award winning Neag Comprehensive Cancer Center at the UConn Health Outpatient Pavilion. This position will be within the coverage pool for medical oncology and hematology oncology.

SCHEDULE :
Per Diem - Requires a minimum of 24 hours per four (4) week schedule, hours will vary based on departmental needs.

• Performs a full range of tasks in providing nursing care to assigned patients.
• Performs individualized nursing assessments for each assigned patient.
• Develops/updates care plans utilizing established standards of care which include physician prescribed therapies and common nursing measures derived from disease related therapy/personal needs.
• Organizes/coordinates patient care.
• Collaborates with staff to implement patient care plans.
• Participates in staff/patient care conferences; assists in clinical education/orientation of other staff; guides and supervises assigned personnel in the delivery of patient care; performs related duties as required.
• Primary responsibilities include patient teaching, care coordination, providing supportive care, and assisting with clinic flow.
• Direct nursing care involved, includes blood draws, implanted port access, flushing central lines, pain management, chemotherapy/other medications given via injections. Answering phone call triages and problem-solving to meet patient care needs while working with the clinical team. Ability to work in a team environment. This position may work closely with nursing in the chemotherapy infusion room but does not directly cover or administer infusion therapies
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Must work closely with nursing in the Cancer Center clinics and chemotherapy APRNs.
• Communication is key to making this position a team approach.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of nursing
• Knowledge of relevant health center policies and procedures
• Excellent demonstrated interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills
• Proven ability to establish priorities and manage effectively.

• Candidates must possess and maintain or be eligible for a current RN license in the State of CT; graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Minimum 1 year oncology Registered Nurse experience.

• BSN or actively enrolled in a BSN program.
• Outpatient clinic experience
• ONS Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy provider card
• EPIC charting experience

HOURLY RATE: $55.00

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