Oncology Infusion RN
Company: Miami Valley Hospital
Location: Middletown
Posted on: May 9, 2024
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Job Description:
Position: Oncology Infusion/PICC RNFacility: Atrium Medical
CenterDepartment: InfusionShift: Full Time Days/80 hours per payThe
Oncology Infusion/PICC Nurse is a registered nurse (RN) who
partners with and advocates for patients/families/significant
others to provide physical, emotional and spiritual support which
impacts patient outcomes in a safe environment. The RN functions in
a versatile role that demonstrates professionalism and promotes
excellence and autonomy in the practice of Nursing. The RN utilizes
the nursing process in conjunction with evidence-based principles
to care for a diverse caseload of patients within the department
scope of service. The RN serves as guide, healer, collaborator,
teacher, leader and sentry. The RN collaborates with and guides
care delivered by the inter-professional team. The RN is
accountable for compliance with the Ohio Nurse Practice Act,
Nursing Code of Ethics and applicable regulatory standards.As an
Oncology Infusion/PICC Nurse, the oncology nurse collaborates with
other cancer care team members to assess and respond to the full
impact cancer has on the patient and family, including the physical
symptoms, functional limitations, psychosocial disruptions, and
knowledge needs associated with the diagnosis and treatment of
cancer. Oncology nursing is patient-centered and may encompass
individuals, families, groups, and communities. The oncology nurse
is accountable for delivering care within the framework of the
nursing process. The scope of oncology nursing practice will
include health promotion and disease prevention strategies,
treatment and related physical care of disease management,
psychosocial support, and education for active participation in
decision-making. The oncology nurse actively participates in
professional role development activities, including quality
assessment and improvement, practice evaluation, professional
education, collegiality, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the
review and clinical application of research findings. Integrates
the Collaborative Model of Care with a strong focus on
patient-centered care into daily practice. Provides care for
patients across the life span in a manner sensitive to social,
cultural diversity. Demonstrates competency in all aspects of
chemotherapy administration, immunotherapy administration, IV
therapy, subcutaneous and intramuscular injection administration.
Knowledgeable and practices within the ONS guidelines during any
adverse event while administering chemotherapy, i.e.
extravasations, infiltrations or chemotherapy spill
incidents.EducationMinimum Level of Education Required: Associate
degreeAdditional requirements: Type of degree: Graduation from an
accredited school of nursing. Area of study or major: Nursing
Preferred educational qualifications: BSN Preferred; BSN Completion
or Professional Certification may be required. Position specific
testing requirement: N/ALicensure/Certification/Registration Valid
Ohio RN license Current CPR certification required at the time of
hire. Fundamentals of Administration Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy
certification or must obtain within 6 months OCN certification must
obtain within 1 year of eligibility ACLS required within 90 days of
hireExperienceMinimum Level of Experience Required: 1 - 3 years of
job-related experiencePrior job title or occupational experience:
N/APrior specific functional responsibilities: N/APreferred
experience: Prefer expertise in peripheral venipuncture and expert
assessment skills related to vascular access and IV therapy access
and IV therapyOther experience requirements:
N/AKnowledge/SkillsMust be able to multitask with constant
interruptions while maintaining a pleasant demeanorBasic computer
knowledgeStrong organization skillsEffective interpersonal and
communication skillsby Jobble
Keywords: Miami Valley Hospital, Carmel , Oncology Infusion RN, Healthcare , Middletown, Indiana
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