Registered Nurse - Oncology Clinic

Job Details Description

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for initiations, maintenance and monitoring of intravenous therapy as ordered by the Physician and in keeping with the policies of the T.J. Samson Community Hospital. Serves as an educator/resource person in Oncology Infusion Services for staff and physician.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education

• Graduate school of Nursing
• OCN certification preferred. Required within one year of hire.
• Current BLS certification
• Current ACLS certification

Minimum Work Experience

• One year recent clinical experience in chemotherapy/oncology nursing.

Required Skills

• Has an acquired knowledge and skill in intravenous therapy and commitment to advancing practice of IV Therapy and chemotherapy.
• Demonstrates behavioral characteristics such as accountability, reliability, initiative sound judgment.
• Must be able to follow directions and to perform work according to department standards when no directions are given.
• Must be emotionally mature, able to prioritize tasks and able to function effectively under stress.

FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS

Physical Requirements

Sitting - 1-15%

Walking - 16-31%

Standing - 16-31%

Bending/Squatting - 16-31%

Climbing/Kneeling - 16-31%

Twisting - 16-31%

Visual and Hearing Requirements

Must be able to see with corrective eye wear if needed.

Must be able to hear clearly with assistance if needed.

Physical/Environmental Requirements

Lifting - 0-50 lbs., 50 or more with assistance

Carrying - 0-50 lbs., 50 or more with assistance

Pulling
- Up to 200 lbs.

Pushing
- Up to 200 lbs.

OSHA Category

High potential for direct exposure.

LEADERSHIP CAPABILITIES

Mission, Service, and Values

Supports the hospital Mission, Service and Values.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Patient Population Served
-Pediatric/Adolescent/Adult/Geriatric

• Demonstrates knowledge of patient population served development norms and addresses abnormal findings.
• Demonstrates knowledge of appropriate assessments and planning of care for patient population served.
• Demonstrates competency and knowledge of appropriate equipment for patient population served.
• Demonstrates appropriate airway management and suctioning technique for patient population served.
• Demonstrates appropriate awareness for suspected abuse/neglect for patient population served and takes measures to report them according to protocol.
• Identifies and plans for appropriate safety precautions to be taken to prevent injury in the patient population served.
• Demonstrates competency and knowledge in the proper technique for the administration of medication for the patient population served.
• Demonstrates knowledge of appropriate technique to obtain vital signs and is able to interpret norms for the patient population served.
• Demonstrates knowledge of location and use of emergency equipment and drugs for the patient population served.
• Provides education to patient/family based on identified learning needs of the patient population served.

Essential Job Functions

• Identifies own learning needs and seeks opportunities for self-growth and knowledge advancement in IV Therapy.
• Demonstrates knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology, fluid and electrolyte balance, infection control, pharmacology and their technical and clinical applications as related to intravenous therapy.
• Attends a CE or in-service program on chemotherapy at least once every three years.
• Changes IV tubing and restarts IV's according to policies and current Evidence Based Practice guidelines.
• Evaluates equipment and supplies related to IV Therapy.
• Accesses implantable vascular devices as requested.
• Assist in orientation of new employees.
• Administers chemotherapy and blood/blood products in a safe, appropriate manner according to policy.
• Serves as a role model/resource person for all clinical personnel as relates to IV Therapy techniques and procedures.
• Stocks and maintains supplies for IV Therapy.
• Monitors centrally placed lines for complications and changes dressings according to policy.
• Communicates effectively and in a professional manner with patients, physicians, nursing personnel and other departments.
• Keeps immediate supervisor and/or CNO informed of significant occurrences.
• The date, time, size, type of device and location are properly documented in patient's chart along with signature.
• IV labels, tubing labels and site labels are used appropriately.
• Consent forms are completed and properly signed when indicated for a procedure.
• Attends nursing staff meetings.

ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS

T.J. Pledge

I Will Show Compassion

-see all patients, family members, coworkers, physicians, and anyone else at T.J. as my customer.

-recognize that each and every interaction I have at T.J. Regional Health matters

-show kindness and compassion towards my customers at all times

-be sensitive to the personal and private needs of every customer

I Will Cooperate With Others

-maintain zero tolerance for abusive behavior

-listen and be willing to accept fault when I make a mistake

-never underestimate the power of an apology

-refrain from blame and judgment

-bring a…