Registered Nurse; RN - Oncology

Registered Nurse (RN) - Oncology page is loaded## Registered Nurse (RN) - Oncology locations:
Myrtle Beach, SCtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR104082

Employee Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day - 8 hour shift (United States of America)
** Join Team Tidelands and help people live better lives through better health!*
* ** Registered Nurse (RN) - Oncology*
* ** A Brief Overview
** The Oncology Nurse is responsible for the provision of nursing care based on standards of care and professional nursing practice in an oncology setting; accountable for the outcomes of nursing care deliveries in the outpatient oncology and infusion services setting. Provide safe, effective, appropriate and comprehensive infusion services to oncology patients. Monitors drug therapy and identifies drug related problems such as drug-drug interaction, adverse reactions, and inadequate therapy;

takes appropriate steps to resolve drug related problems. Coordinates, provides and ensures a continuum of care by collaborating with other healthcare providers both within and outside of the organization. The certified oncology nurse demonstrates, through patient care, both specialized knowledge and experience in cancer care. Maintains evidence of training and continued education in oncology specific opportunities and completing other duties as assigned.

** What you will do
*** Prioritize and triage patients in clinic and concerned call-ins by phone. Reporting pertinent information to physician. Document in patient chart and obtained physician signature
* Evaluate, monitor, and document appropriate drug therapy.
* Provide initial and ongoing education regarding disease and treatment options to patients, families, and caregivers.
* Follow processes and policies to ensure safety and quality of infusion  
** Education Qualifications
*** Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Required
* Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Preferred
* Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) Preferred  
** Experience Qualifications
*** Minimum of one (1) year direct nursing service provision in an oncology setting Preferred
* Experience in outpatient Oncology and Infusion RN services Preferred  
** Licenses and Certifications
*** Registered Nurse - South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation Required
* ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Biotherapy Certificate - Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation within 6-9 months of employment Required
* Oncology Certified Nurse - Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (If hired with no current OCN certification, the employee partner will obtain OCN certification at own expense when eligible or maintain 12 cancer related CEU’s annually from the start date of employment or transfer into job with Tidelands Health) Preferred
* Basic Life Support Certified - American Heart Association  
** Physical Demand
** Light-Medium Physical Demand  The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a contract for employment nor a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Tidelands Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.  Tidelands Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Tidelands Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, gender, genetic information, familial status, or any other legally protected status.

At Tidelands Health, we are united by a single, shared mission:
We help people live better lives through better health. It’s a commitment embodied in the extraordinary care we provide our patients and the award-winning workplace that welcomes our team every day.
A proud not-for-profit organization, we are the largest health care provider in our beautiful coastal region of South Carolina. Enjoy year-round access to the Myrtle Beach area’s warm, sunny climate and outstanding quality of life as you fulfill your professional dreams. Here, you’ll find a workplace culture built around a spirit of inclusion, teamwork, mutual respect and recognition for a job well done.
Discover what it’s like to work for an organization that values who you are as much as we appreciate what you do.
#J-18808-Ljbffr