About the role
Pay: $38.00 to $42.00 per hour
Description
Roswell Park Care Network has an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse at our beautiful infusion clinic in Williamsville, NY.
Roswell Park Care Network
is a recognized leader in oncology and specialty care, supporting community physician practices across New York State. We are committed to delivering exceptional patient care while advancing innovative treatment options in a collaborative and patient-focused environment.
As the
Registered Nurse
you will plans and provide nursing interventions for individuals with cancer and cancer related health care problems; treat human responses to actual or potential health problems through such services as patient care, health teaching, and health counseling; executes medical regimens prescribed by a physician or other licensed health care provider authorized by the State of New York.
Responsibilities:
Follows orders written by a Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Physician Assistant
Administer chemotherapeutic agents
Administer IV infusions including iron, hydration, and other injectable medications
Assess lab results and vital signs
Prepare chemotherapeutic agents following all safety standards including closed system access devices
Prepare all medications following manufacturer guidelines
Obtain vascular access via Peripheral IV, A-port or PICC line
Patient education on discharge/post treatment
Monitor and evaluate patients throughout infusion
Draws blood for lab draws via peripherally or by venous access device
Performs therapeutic phlebotomy per order
Phone triage
Adheres to all the regulatory requirements and professional standards such as ONS and QOPI safety standards as applicable to the specific area of nursing practice
Performs nursing assessment that includes the holistic needs of each patient with consideration of his/her physiological, psychological, social, ethnic, cultural, educational and spiritual strengths and needs. Includes the patient and family and/or support system in the planning and delivery of care
Ensures that patient safety is a priority goal in the delivery of healthcare
Provides direct patient care activities with other professional disciplines to ensure that the plan of nursing intervention is consistent with and integrated with the total treatment plan
Administers medications, IV fluids in a safe and efficient manner following established policies and procedures
Demonstrates knowledge of and indications for dosage, route, action, side effects, contraindications, and adverse reactions of medication
Provides health education/teaching for patients, their families, and/or designated significant others
Confers with nursing staff and other members of the healthcare team regarding condition of patients and/or any unusual events or problems to ensure continuity of care
Schedules patient appointments for treatment to include but not limited to, chemotherapy infusion, iron infusion, hydration, injections, etc.
Adheres to the RPCI Oncology, PC standard for Employee Conduct
Protects patient’s privacy, confidentiality, and their rights as health care consumers.
Demonstrates an understanding of and is compliant with HIPAA regulations. Can define own level of access for minimum necessary requirements
Complies with and is knowledgeable of Institute and department policies/procedures and standards of care
Completes and maintains certification for the Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Course
Acquires and/or maintains the necessary education and skills required to address competencies
Attends/completes required mandatory in-services on an annual basis
Attends education programs offered which have relevance to the special needs of assigned patient population, new products, equipment, policies/procedures, and clinical care
Enhances professional growth and development by participating in educational programs, reading current literature, and participating in in-service meetings and workshops
Other responsibilities as may be required and/or assigned
Requirements
Education/Experience
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
The equivalent of one (1) year of fulltime oncology nursing experience (preferred) or similar experience
Experience with EMR software (Medent/Onco/Allscripts/Soarian)
Must have knowledge of Windows and Office software
Certifications/Licenses:
License to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York
OCN Certification preferred
BLS required