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The Oncology Treatment Center Nurse is a licensed, registered nurse who has completed training in the care of ambulatory oncology patients. The incumbent utilizes a high level of knowledge of the oncology disease process and effectively communicates medical issues with physicians. This nurse coordinates multidisciplinary care, I.e. radiation oncology, imaging studies, surgical procedures and external oncologists, with hospital systems outside of the Kaiser Permanente Region. This employee interprets data received prior to treatment and utilizes nursing judgment that is in line with treatment and the physician. The incumbent must possess the ability to be self-directed and act independently to intervene as appropriate and resolve issues.
Essential Functions:
- Membership in oncology nursing organizations and the achievement of oncology nursing certification is encouraged. The nurse's responsibilities include, but are not limited to, chemotherapy administration, blood product administration, intravenous catheter care, central line care, medication administration, assisting physicians in the performance of medical procedures, venipuncture, therapeutic phlebotomy, patient and family education, emergency care of oncology patients, patient follow-up and scheduling of procedures.
- Monitors and evaluates patient condition and response to treatment.
- Administers chemotherapy.
- Assesses the side effects of treatment and identifies additional health problems that may require medical attention.
- Reviews laboratory data for abnormal or unusual results.
- Confers with the physician as needed based on the medical status of the patient.
- Initiates consultations with other health-related personnel (dietician, social services, mental health, etc.).
- Ensures that appropriate follow-up and testing are performed (makes clinic appointments, contacts patients who miss clinic appointments, etc.).
- Documents patient information in the medical record.
- Provides emotional counseling and ongoing support to patients and their families in matters relating to the course of therapy, the status of the disease, the prognosis, and home management.
- The nurse works closely with the medical, nursing, and ancillary staff of the institution to provide quality and safe care. Continuity between inpatient and outpatient services is emphasized.
- Acts as liaison with the nursing and medical staff when outpatients are admitted to the hospital. Follows the hospital course of these patients, providing counseling and emotional support as needed.
- The nurse is responsible for the maintenance of records pertaining to patient care.
- Continuing education is required and the nurse will attend a minimum of one oncology conference per year. Basic life support, infection control, and fire and safety courses are also required.
- Membership in oncology nursing organizations and the achievement of oncology nursing certification is encouraged.
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Requirements |
Basic Qualifications:
- Current Georgia R.N. Licensure
- Current BLS
- Two years of clinical nursing experience and ONS Biotherapy Chemotherapy Provider Card
Preferred Qualifications:
- B.S. in nursing preferred
- Experience in amublatory oncology, critical care, or emergency department setting preferred.
Primary Location: Georgia-Kennesaw
Scheduled Hours (1-40): 40
Shift: Day
Working Days: Mon -Fri
Working Hours Start: 8:00 AM
Working Hours End: 5:00 PM
Schedule: Full-time
Job Type: Standard
Employee Status: Regular
Employee Group: UFCW - Local 1996
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job: Oncology / Radiation / Radiology / Imaging
Public Department Name: Townpark Oncology
Travel: No
Job Eligible for Benefits: Yes
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. We are proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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