Licensed Practical Nurse - Oncology Cancer Care

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

This position supports our affiliation with Roswell Park Cancer Care.

Monday - Friday Days

* Posting

If you are looking for dynamic learning opportunities focused on patient centered medical home and continual advancements all while receiving exceptional pay, then we invite you to join our team of LPN clinical staff in our outpatient oncology office. Training includes an orientation period allowing you to become familiar with practice workflows. We incorporate a nursing model with a team approach to meet the needs of the patient population.

Position Highlights:

* Professional Relationships:
Strong rapport with the interdisciplinary care team.

* Advancement:
Strong orientation program and generous tuition allowance.

* Work/Life:
Monday through Friday day shifts (occasional evening and Saturday mornings) to balance your work/life and school calendars.

What you will do:

* Therapeutic nursing interventions, inclusive of medical history and present illness

* Assist with procedures and perform point of care testing

* Documentation using the EPIC electronic health record system.

* Collaborative team approach: with interdisciplinary team of registered nurses, medical assistants, and providers

Responsibilities:

* Ensures quality nursing care is rendered to all patients in accordance with the New York Nurse Practice Act, National Standards of Practice, and Nursing and Clinical Service standards of care and practice.

* Utilizing the Nursing Process is involved in the provision of direct care of patients and families.

* Follow Preventive Medicine Guidelines

Career Path:

* Career advancement to preceptor and Registered Nurse.

Mission Statement:

* We, St Joseph's Health, and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

Vision:

* To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.

Core Values:

* In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing Justice in fostering right relationships to promote common good, Reverence in honoring the dignity of every person, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others;
Integrity in being faithful to who we say we are.

Education, Training, Experience, Certification and Licensure:

* Graduation from an accredited school for Licensed Practical Nursing and current licensure in the State of New York.

* Maintains current BLS/CPR.

* Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.

Work Environment and Hazards:

* Clinical setting. Exposure Class I

Physical Demands:

* Medium work: must be able to lift 25 pounds frequently; occasionally lifting maximum of 50 pounds. Will require ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, squat, and reach.

Work Contact Group:

* All services, medical staff, patients, visitors, and various regulatory and professional agencies.

Supervised By:

* Registered Nurse, Team Leader, Clinical Coordinator, Practice Manager, and Clinical Services/Nursing Administration.

Pay Range: $26.50 - $35.10

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.