Registered Nurse - Per Diem

Oncology/Infusion Staff Nurse

Per diem employees are eligible for an incentive above base pay based on shift commitment. Incentive percentages are applied to all hours worked and are determined as follows:

• No minimum shift commitment: 10% above base rate
• Commitment of 3 shifts per month: 15% above base rate
• Commitment of 4 or more shifts per month: 20% above base rate

Incentive eligibility and commitment levels are subject to change and must be maintained to receive the applicable rate.

The Oncology/Infusion Staff Nurse is a professional registered nurse who functions as a patient advocate and care coordinator, collaborating with the other patient healthcare providers to provide appropriate care as effectively and efficiently as possible. The Oncology/Infusion nurse acts as a resource to the patient and family and is accountable for the safe delivery of care within the framework of the nursing process.

Oncology/Infusion staff nurses are responsible for the safe delivery of various kinds of intravenous medications for the treatment of numerous diseases not limited to the specialty of Oncology. The Oncology/Infusion nurse is responsible for proper assessment and reassessment of patients in their care throughout the course of treatment. The Oncology/Infusion nurse helps the Oncologist in the performance of exams and procedures when asked to do so.

The Oncology/Infusion nurse administers intravenous medications according to the standards set by the Oncology Nursing Society, the Infusion Nursing Society, and LRH.

Clinical:
Professional Development/Self Governance

• Employee will complete Health Stream assignments and 2 minute compliance quizzes as required by the education department and department leader.
• Employee will complete yearly department specific competencies as assigned by education department and department leader.
• Employee will complete/attend continuing education programs specific to specialty at least 1 per quarter and submit documentation of programs attended. Education funds are available for reimbursement of approved educational offerings.
• The Oncology Nurse will maintain ONS provider certification while employed in the oncology/Infusion department. This can count as one of the required quarterly educational programs.

Ancillary Duties

• Responsible for ordering and restocking supplies throughout the unit as well as the patient care areas.
• Nurse is responsible for maintaining appropriate supply levels to reduce delays in care.
• Checking expiration dates on all medications and supplies are current and removal of all expired items from current stock.
• Cleaning of equipment and rooms after each patient and at the end of the shift every day.
• Verifying prior authorizations for treatments being given in the infusion clinic prior to administration of medications as needed related to staffing and necessity.
• Securing and removing full sharps and full chemotherapy waste containers from the work areas and placing in the utility room for removal by EVS.
• Scheduling patient appointments as needed related to staffing and availability.
• Oncology/Infusion nurse will be able to enter appropriate information into the Tumor Registry website as needed.

Required Skills

• The position requires well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on promoting customer service.
• Basic computer skills are required, paragon and Epic experience preferred.
• The Oncology/Infusion staff nurse must be self-directed and self-motivated in performing daily tasks as well as possess the ability to work as a team member.
• The Oncology/Infusion staff nurse must be able to respond appropriately with alertness and adaptability to changes in patient condition.
• The Oncology/Infusion staff nurse must have highly developed time management and decision making skills to function efficiently in this busy patient care setting.
• The Oncology/Infusion staff nurse must have proficient IV skills and a willingness to learn new skills when necessary.
• Experience with central venous access devices highly preferred.

Essential Functions

• Performs initial and ongoing assessment of patient and accurately records in electronic medical record.
• Communicates nursing…