Registered Nurse RN Oncology Clinic

** Primary City/State:
** Tucson, Arizona
** Department Name:
** C/P-Radiation Oncology-Clin-NC
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** Nursing Nurses are the heartbeat of health care and we are committed to keeping our nurses’ hearts happy and healthy. This means investing in the holistic health and happiness of our nurses—through better pay, better benefits, better opportunities and a better community.

As a Registered Nurse supporting the
** Ambulatory Oncology
** team at the Banner Health Cancer Center Tucson, you will work with likeminded staff who strive to go above and beyond for the patients. You will apply sound judgment, clinical expertise, and execute critical nursing interventions to all populations within the patient care setting. You will conduct patient assessments and develop and implement nursing care plans to foster quality outcomes.

This is an excellent opportunity to work with some of the finest Radiation Oncologists where you will continue to grow and develop in your nursing career.
** This is a full-time position, scheduled 40 hours per week;
Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm (Once the fundamentals of the roles are achieved, adjustment of work schedule can be reviewed with leadership. Clinic hours are , we are closed for the Banner recognized holidays and weekends).
** This RN role is a pivotal part of patient care at our Cancer Center. The RN coordinator is the focal point to the path between the interdisciplinary team and the patient. Daily routines include:
* Patient communication, education and triage
* Coordination of patient-physician visits, to include inpatient treatments
* Addressing medication needs, interpreting lab values and pathology
* Knowing treatment regimens, nursing indications and understanding adverse reactions
* Building a relationship with the physician and other key players of the oncology team
* Assisting pediatric and adult patients for radiation treatments under sedation

This is a beautiful cancer center located in sunny Tucson. We have a close team culture. We take care of our teams and our patients. In this role there are so many opportunities for growth. This is a role where you learn something new every day. If you are looking for a challenging position, we would be excited to have you on our team.
* One of only 57 NCI Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the nation
* Ranked #1 clinic in the Banner Tucson market two consecutive years in a row
* Oncology Service Line recognized as Top Performing Cancer Center by Us News and World Report 2023-current

University Medical Center Tucson PBCs Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is nationally recognized for providing exceptional patient care, teaching future health-care professionals and conducting ground breaking research. Also located on the campus is Diamond Children's - recognized for its specialized pediatric services including neonatal and intensive care, emergency medicine and cancer therapies. Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is a Level 1 Trauma Center, meaning we care for the most critically injured patients.

The hospital is consistently listed among the nation's top hospitals in the prestigious Best Hospitals ranking by U.S. News & World Report. The hospital's physicians are full-time faculty of the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson. Our specialty services include comprehensive heart and cancer care, advanced neuroscience techniques and a multi-organ transplant program.

POSITION SUMMARY  This position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with organizational policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and development. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under their direction. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills necessary to assess data and plan, provide and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age of assigned patients.
CORE FUNCTIONS  
1. Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs. Reviews patient history and physical with patient/family and assures completion within appropriate timeframe. Reviews available information obtained by other health care team members. Reviews diagnostics and laboratory data and reports abnormal results to the physician(s) and other appropriate caregivers. Completes assessment and reassessments according to patient need and as outlined in policy.
2. Formulates a plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data and patient, family and health team input. Initiates a plan of care based on patient-specific needs, assessment data and the medical plan of care. Goals for patient are realistic, measurable and developed in conjunction with the patient/family. Considers the physical, cultural, psychosocial,…