RN - Outpatient Clinic

DescriptionFLSA Employment Status: Nonexempt/Hourly JOB SUMMARY The registered nurse provides specialized nursing care to patients in a comprehensive cancer center setting, including outpatient infusion services, radiation therapy, and other oncology services. This role involves administering treatments, managing patient symptoms, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, patient centered care. Under general supervision, plans, directs, and evaluates total nursing care and functions in the unit on a particular shift, in accordance with established patient care plan and philosophy.Reporting Structure: Reports to the Director of Outpatient Clinic and/or Director of Nursing. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTSEducationGraduate of an accredited program in nursing. Bachelor of Science in nursing (BSN) or Associate of Science in Nursing (ADN) degree required. Work ExperienceA minimum of two years nurse experience in an acute healthcare setting preferredLicense/CertificationCurrent Registered Nurse license to practice in TennesseeCurrent certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)Advanced Life Support (ACLS)Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Therapeutic Options Training- Full time staff only requiredONS Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate- if administering chemotherapyCORE COMPETENCIES Mission/VisionCore Values/Standards of Conduct AIDET/Organizational ExpectationsSafetyQualityFlexibility Customer ServiceDiversity and InclusionFinance Abuse and Neglect of Adult PatientAbuse and Neglect of Pediatric PatientAnti-Coagulant SafetyBiohazard WasteCAUTIFall ManagementHand HygieneIncident/Occurrence ReportsIsolation PrecautionsMedication SafetyModerate SedationPain Assessment and ManagementRestraints (Safety)Restraints (Adults)Restraints (Pediatric)SDSSeizure PrecautionsStandard PrecautionsUnacceptable AbbreviationsUniversal ProtocolWaived TestingJOB SPECIFIC CORE COMPETENCIES Skills, Knowledge, Abilities, Behavior Biopsy AssistanceBlood Patch AssistanceChemotherapyDirect Laryngoscopy AssistanceLife PortPAP Smear AssistancePICC Line Insertion AssistanceRadiation AssistanceDepartment Specific Patient Specialty Area: Darryl Worley Cancer Center Ability to implement plan of care for patient in the cancer center according to the area. Accurately reviews physician's orders and ensures implementation according to schedule.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSPATIENT CARE: Monitors patient condition throughout shift according to unit care standards.Demonstrates ability to interpret changes in patient condition and abnormal lab values as evidenced by documentation in the medical record.Works with the patient or family in the development of the plan of care.Implements plan of care within established time frame.Accurately orders appropriate tests on computer terminal.Requests consultation, based on assessment data, to assist in problem solving or facilitation of care as evidenced by random observation and documentation in the medical record.Administers medications, including I.V. fluids, according to policy and procedure.Administers and accounts for all controlled substances according to established policy and procedure.Documents nursing interventions and patient response to care at appropriate intervals during the shift.Administers/assists with chemotherapy medication and oncology education. Assists with radiation administration, scheduling, monitoring, and education. Provides basic teaching if applicable and documents teaching and outcomes in the medical record.Reports changes in the patient's condition and/or adverse patient response to physician and other health care professionals.Provides the best possible nursing care by planning, organizing, and directing the nursing functions of patients on the unit. Makes nursing assignments appropriate to the skill level of employees. Maintains acceptable standards of patient care. Identifies problems and guides personnel to their solution. Accurately and promptly implements physicians' orders. Administers medications and intravenous solutions skillfully and correctly. Maintains the standards of accurate and complete recording and reporting. Arranges to have needed supplies and equipment on hand. Participates in planning changes and improvements. OTHER DUTIES Participates in hospital safety programs. Supports and enforces infection-control policies and procedures. Is resourceful and calm in emergencies. Maintains a professional approach with confidentiality. Displays concern and initiative. Observes and supports hospital policy. Is prompt and efficient with minimal absences. Cooperates and maintains good rapport with nursing staff, medical staff, other departments, and visitors. Participates in orientation and in-service training for personnel. Evaluates the performance of personnel with recommendations for appropriate action. Assists in reviewing and revising policies and proceduresKeeps Cancer Center Director or Director of Nursing informed of patients, needs, and problems on the nursing unit. PHYSICAL DEMANDSProlonged periods of standing and walking Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 40 pounds during a scheduled work shift.Must be able to see with corrective eye wearMust be able to hear clearly with assistanceMay be exposed to infectious and contagious diseasesAble to handle emergency and/or crisis situationsMay be required to wear protective equipment as necessaryTransferring, repositioning patients. Reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching for patient care functions. Ability to perform effectively in a stressful and fast-paced environment. Ability to pass all required health and other screening tests including random and reasonable suspicion drug screens. PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND REQUIREMENTSActivityOccasionally (1-33%)Frequently (34% to 66%)Continuously (67% to 100%)SittingXWalkingXStandingXBendingXSquattingXClimbingXKneelingXTwistingXLiftingXCarryingXPushingX