Registered Nurse - FOCUS Clinic (Fast Oncology Care for Urgent Symptoms

Registered Nurse - FOCUS Clinic (Fast Oncology Care for Urgent Symptoms)

• Full-time
• FTE: 1.0 FTE
• Union Status: ONA
• Shift Schedule (Hours are subject to change based on operational needs):
  Mon-Fri – 7.5 hour day shifts
• Employment Status:
  Permanent Full-time

Halton Healthcare’s vision of Exemplary patient experiences, always, goes beyond just the patient experience; it has shaped our entire culture and remains at the core of every interaction in our organization, from our patients & families to our staff, physicians and volunteers. We believe in exemplary PEOPLE experiences always!

At Halton Healthcare you will thrive in a healthcare culture and environment that embraces inclusion, diversity and belonging with ‘exemplary patient care, always’ at the heart of everything we do.

We empower our people to be the very best they can be so they can make a difference for our patients and the communities we serve.

Halton Healthcare takes great pride in providing quality, compassionate healthcare services to our rapidly growing communities. As a progressive and vibrant healthcare organization, we are committed to being an innovative center of excellence in community hospital care.

The Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) plays a critical role in enhancing the patient’s experience by providing comprehensive education, advocacy, and support to individuals and families navigating a cancer diagnosis. The RN role will be an integral part of the evolution of the clinic, providing specialized care to outpatient oncology patients undergoing active treatment. In this role, the RN will manage disease and treatment complications, working to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Additionally, they will educate patients on the signs and symptoms of complications related to their specific treatment plans and disease sites, ensuring they understand how to recognize and respond to potential issues effectively.

With a focus on optimizing patient care pathways, the Oncology RN delivers comprehensive care through both virtual and in-person models, ensuring timely access to oncology-specific services. Utilizing expertise in telehealth, telephone triage, symptom management, and care coordination, the RN applies strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills to assess patient needs, prioritize care, and facilitate appropriate interventions. By providing ongoing support and navigation throughout the cancer continuum, the Oncology RN plays a vital role in enhancing patient outcomes, experience, and satisfaction.

• Provide specialized care to outpatient oncology patients undergoing active treatment, managing disease and treatment complications to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Supports early identification and intervention for acutely unwell oncology patients on active treatment, contributing to reduced Emergency Department (ED) visits and avoidance of hospital admissions
• Deliver immediate guidance to patients and families on treatment options, symptom management, and self-care strategies, tailoring advice to individual needs.
• Create individualized care plans for each patient, adjusting them based on progress and evolving needs to ensure timely, effective outcomes.
• Identify oncologic emergencies by recognizing emergent situations and related risk factors, responding swiftly to mitigate complications.
• Implement appropriate interventions using COSTaR clinical guidelines for symptom management, ensuring the highest standards of care.
• Offer expert assessment and guidance through a telephone triage line, connecting patients with necessary resources and referrals as needed.
• Administer chemotherapy/biotherapy, including IV and oral treatments and blood products, following established protocols to ensure safe and effective delivery.
• Demonstrate proficiency in IV therapy, including the management of challenging insertions, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
• Care for central venous access devices (PICC, Hickman, Port-a-Cath), ensuring optimal functionality, patient safety, and minimal complications.
• Stay informed on the latest chemotherapy/biotherapy protocols and alternative treatments for various cancer types to provide the best possible care.
• Adv…