Registered Nurse - Chemotherapy Infusion

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS                         

• Assesses assigned patients and evaluates plans to include documentation of nursing care, and reports symptoms and changes in patients’ condition and vital signs.

• Modifies patient treatment plans as indicated by patients’ responses, conditions and physician orders.

• Reviews, evaluates, and reports diagnostic tests to assess patient’s condition.

• Consults with physicians and other healthcare professionals related to assigned patients to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.

• Prepares patients for, and assists with examinations, procedures, and treatments.

• Considers patient age and culture during patient treatments and provides any needed information regarding treatment plan.

• Nurtures a compassionate environment by providing psychological support.

• Performs appropriate patient tests and safely administers medications within the scope of practice.

• Administers and maintains accurate records related to medications and treatments as per regulatory bodies, policies, procedures and physician orders.

• Communicates plan of care in a timely manner to patient and family, as well as the appropriate team members, ensuring compliance with all regulatory guidelines (i.e., HIPAA).

• Uses available resources to assist in discharge planning.

• Plans, prioritizes, and adjusts assignments to accomplish goals and render superior patient care; seeks assistance when needed.

• Safely operates medical equipment.

• Serves as a preceptor and assists new staff in the provision of care in order to help them acclimate to the healthcare environment, and a direct patient care role.

• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                                    

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Certification and Licensing:

• Florida Registered Nurse License

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS)

• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

• Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy & Biotherapy Administration Guidelines provider course

• ONS/ONCC Required (can obtain before start date)

Experience:

Minimum 2 years of nursing experience