RN III - Infusion - Per Diem
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About City of Hope City of Hope, an innovative biomedical research, treatment and educational institution with over 6000 employees, is dedicated to the prevention and cure of cancer and other life-threatening diseases and guided by a compassionate, patient-centered philosophy. Founded in 1913 and headquartered in Duarte, California, City of Hope is a remarkable non-profit institution, where compassion and advanced care go hand-in-hand with excellence in clinical and scientific research. City of Hope is a National Cancer Institute designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, an alliance of the nation’s leading cancer centers that develops and institutes standards of care for cancer treatment. Position Summary: Provides professional nursing care for the City of Hope Community Practices. Key Responsibilities include:
Provides professional nursing care for the City of Hope Community Practices.
Greets patients and escorts them to a treatment chair or bed
Assists physician in preparing for minor procedures
Provides general nursing care to patients; administers and controls narcotics, prescribed medications, in accordance with nursing standards.
Observes, records and reports patient’s condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physician and records in EMR; administers prescribed medications as directed
Updates patient chart utilizing EMR
Oversees radiation appointment bookings and ensures emergency situations are scheduled appropriately; maintains timely flow of patients.
Responds to and refers incoming telephone calls.
Instructs patient and family regarding treatment medications, side effects and gives instruction on how to alleviate systems
Telephone prescription requests to pharmacy or utilizes electronic transmission of prescriptions in EMR
Disposes of contaminated items according to OSHA, CLIA and COLA regulations
Follows all OSHA guidelines to minimize exposure to blood borne pathogens
Communicates physician referral requests to staff via EMR for necessary processing
Ensures proper insurance authorization prior to treatment
Performs patient education when appropriate
Replenishes supplies, stocks and cleans radiation rooms and manages pharmaceutical supplies
Oversees radiation room, including re-stocking of treatment areas.
Participates in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.
Follows established policies, procedures, objectives, performance improvement, attendance, safety, environmental and infection control guidelines.
Practices a high level of integrity and honesty in maintaining patient confidentiality
Arranges for all biohazardous waste pick-up
Attends annual CPR, OSHA, CLIA and COLA training programs
Attends all regular staff meetings
Adheres to all documentation guidelines as instructed by Practice Administrator and Clinical Director and provides accurate documentation in the patient’s electronic medical record.
Performs all other tasks and projects assigned by the Clinical Director, Practice Administrator or the physician
Utilizes leadership skills in overseeing and assisting other members of the health care team to prioritize and resolve issues
Demonstrates a level of professional practice that supports the delivery of appropriated care and positive working relationships.
Follows established City of Hope and department policies, procedures, objectives, performance improvement, attendance, safety, environmental, and infection control guidelines, including adherence to the workplace Code of Conduct and Compliance Plan. Practices a high level of integrity and honesty in maintaining confidentiality.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
QualificationsBasic Education, Experience and Skills required for consideration:
Must have an Associate’s Degree in Nursing
3+ years of experience as an RN
Required Certification/Licensure:
Must have current and valid California Registered Nurse Licensure
Must have current CPR certification
Preferred Experience:
Two (2) years of experience in a physician office or hospital.
One (1) year chemotherapy infusion
Electronic Medical Record (EMR) experience
Preferred Certification/Licensure:
ONS card or OCN
Preferred Education
BSN preferred
Additional Information:
Per-Diem
City of Hope is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
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