Job Description
RN – Outpatient Hematology Oncology
Full Time (40 Hour Week)
Day Shift
$10,000 Hiring Bonus and relocation for eligible external candidates who meet all conditions for payment – this is in addition to the fantastic benefits and compensation package
- Collects pertinent assessment data that includes present condition, past history, physical, spiritual and psychosocial information utilizing input from patient, significant other, and/or healthcare team members as applicable. Interprets data to identify the patient’s needs and potential problems.
- Develops, reviews, and revises an individualized care plan within the time frame identified in documentation standards. Establishes expected outcomes that are measurable and achievable.
- Evaluates patient’s response to care and initiates independent and/or collaborative changes where appropriate. Documents changes in condition and interventions.
- Utilizes nursing process to incorporate teaching into delivery of patient care. Documents teaching and learning.
- Utilizes the nursing process to prepare for discharge/transfer, beginning with admission and continuing throughout hospitalization. Document the discharge/transfer process.
- Delivers patient care based on pathophysiology and nursing principles. Performs technical skills with accuracy and efficiency. Establishes and adjusts priorities based on patient acuity and changing clinical situations.
- Recognizes the patient’s age as a relevant factor and applies appropriate decision-making skills in the assessment, treatment, and care provided for the patient.
- Communicates effectively with patients, families, physicians and coworkers. Is a patient advocate. Utilizes resources effectively. Participates in interdisciplinary rounds.
- Documents complete and accurate information on all appropriate chart forms. Reports to oncoming shift in a concise, accurate and relevant manner utilizing the care plan.
Required Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
- Washington Registered Nurse License upon hire.
- National Provider BLS – American Heart Association upon hire.
- Fundamentals of Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Administration (for SCI Medical Oncology, SCI Hematology-Oncology and Ballard Satellite; for SCI Edmonds Medical Oncology excluding radiation oncology) within 90 days of hire.
- 1 year Oncology Nursing experience