Cancer Center Procedural Resource RN

The University of Kansas Health System; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is seeking an experienced Cancer Center Procedural Resource RN for days, full time, at the Bloch Radiation Oncology Pavilion. The role provides professional nursing care through assessment, planning, and evaluation.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate Degree in Nursing or higher and is eligible to complete a BSN within five years. Current multi-state RN license and BLS/ACLS are required, with radiation oncology experience a plus.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing or higher required.
• Must complete BSN within five years of hire as RN.
• Current active multi-state RN license in good standing.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) & Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications required.
• Radiation Oncology 39th and Rainbow location only.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates patient information (labs, radiology, history and physicals, physician orders) to facilitate safe workflow.
• Prepares and assists the physician with procedures (positioning, site prep, meds and supplies).
• Performs patient assessment and post-procedure follow-up (vital signs, neuro checks).
• Maintains instrumentation/equipment, ADC management, code cart checks, glucose monitoring, and supply par levels.
• Contributes to department quality improvement and supports shared governance.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

BSN within five years

Job description

Position Title

Cancer Center Procedural Resource RN Days - Full Time Bloch Radiation Oncology Pavilion

Position Summary / Career Interest

Provides professional nursing care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

Coordinates patient information such as lab results, radiology reports, history and physicals and physician orders in an efficient organized manner to facilitate safe and efficient workflow. Prepares and assists the physician with procedures (positioning of patient, prep of appropriate site, obtaining correct medications and supplies). Performs patient assessment by assimilating data about the patients physiological and psychosocial status, safety concerns, self -care, educational needs, supportive services needs, and discharge planning. Performs appropriate follow up care after the procedures (dressing of site, physical assessment to include vital signs and neuro checks, and notifies physician immediately of any untoward effects). Administers peri-procedural medications and sedation as per hospital policy. Coordinates maintenance, transport, processing and cleaning of instrumentation and equipment as per hospital policy. Assists in daily clinic upkeep, automated dispensing cabinet (ADC) management, code cart checks, blood glucose monitoring, and maintenance of par levels for supplies. Assists in the development and implementation of department quality improvement activities. Coordinates care delivery and utilizes resources to promote the continuum of care. Demonstrates professionalism by practicing, maintaining, and increasing knowledge of nursing and healthcare trends through evidenced based practice. Engages in shared governance model and promotes culture of respect Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department. These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

• Associate Degree Nursing or higher degree
• Must complete BSN within five years of hire as RN 1 or more years of RN experience

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor Degree Nursing Pre/Post procedure experience

Required Licensure and Certification

• Licensed Registered Nurse (LRN) - Multi-State - State Board of Nursing
• Must have current active multistate state Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing in state in which you live.
• Staff hired prior to 2/1/2024 are required to obtain a multistate state RN license from the state in which they live at the time of their next RN license renewal by 4/30/2026.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) Radiation Oncology 39th and Rainbow location only.

Time Type

Full time

Job Requisition ID

R-58432

Important information for you to know as you apply

The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.

About The University of Kansas Health System

As part of the region’s premier academic medical center, The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class healthcare provider and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We are driven by our commitment to service, continuous improvement and to the highest degree of excellence. Collaboration between physicians, nurses, researchers, educators and other professionals who share our expertise leads to exciting discoveries and life-changing treatments for the people we serve.