Infusion RN - Greater Heights

aoncology; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 66,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Oncology Consultants - Greater Heights is seeking a registered nurse to deliver safe, accurate patient care in a busy oncology clinic. You will assess patients, review labs and vital signs, verify medications and administer therapies, and provide triage when needed.

You will educate patients and caregivers, document care in the EMR, follow JBIs, and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to support treatment plans.

Qualifications

• Nursing degree and RN license in eligible state.
• Current CPR and BLS certifications.
• Experience with hematology/oncology patients in a clinic or hospital setting.
• Ability to work remotely as required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and review labs and vital signs.
• Administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, biotherapy, and supportive care as ordered.
• Educate patients and caregivers about medications and expected side effects.
• Document treatment and ensure accurate charges in EMR.
• Provide triage care and communicate with multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Time management

Empathy

Education

Nursing degree

Tools

EMR system

MS Office

Job description

Location

Oncology Consultants - Greater Heights

Pay Range

$66,424.00 - $100,756.00

Job Description Summary

Provides safe, accurate and efficient patient care, including but not limited to: patient assessment, review of labs and vital signs, medication safety, dose verification, and drug administration. Follows all Job Breakdown Instructions (JBIs) associated with role. Provides triage care when necessary. Communicates patient condition effectively to multidisciplinary team members.

Key Performance Areas

Safely and accurately administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, biotherapy, supportive care, and non-oncologic agents to patients as ordered by providers. Will use Oncology Nurse's Society (ONS) standards and guidelines. Accurate and safe disposal of biohazardous waste, per OSHA and NIOSH guidelines. Responsible for new and ongoing patient education, continual patient assessment, and support. Documentation: Thorough, accurate and timely documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) of treatment rendered to patients. Ensure appropriate charges are captured by following guidelines for appropriate administration of all medications and activities. Will follow proper patient identification per JBI for all patient encounters. Teaching: Educate patients and caregivers about medications, side effects and planned treatment course. Interact with patient and family in a caring, professional manner. Telephone triage: Includes prioritizing incoming calls and messages from patients, family members, hospitals, nursing facilities, pharmacies, and physician offices from emergent to non-urgent. Must respond accordingly in an appropriate time frame. Supplies: Includes assisting with inventory and re-stocking medical supplies, recommend purchase of new items as needed. Place stock in storage areas in a timely manner. Complete annual required safety and nursing trainings. Attend all mandatory staff meetings as necessary. Always maintain and ensure the confidentiality of all patient and employee information. Assist in training new employees related to job duties according to JBIs. Will be expected to work at any Company location to help meet the Company's business needs on an as-needed basis, within reasonable expectations. Will also be expected to work overtime when given sufficient notice. Performs other duties and projects as assigned. Complies with all federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to patient privacy, patient's rights, personnel law, safety, labor, and employment law. Adheres to Company and departmental policies and procedures, including IT policies and procedures and Disaster Plan.

Job Qualifications and Requirements

Education

Nursing Degree

Certifications/Licenses

• Unencumbered RN License in state of employment or multi-state license
• Current CPR and BLS certifications
• Valid Driver's License and vehicle for travel to other clinic locations as needed

Previous Experience (including minimum years of experience)

Experience with hematology/oncology patients in a clinic or hospital setting

Core Capabilities

Analysis & Critical Thinking

Critical thinking skills including solid problem solving, analysis, decision-making, planning, time management and organizational skills. Must be detailed oriented with the ability to exercise independent judgment.

Interpersonal Effectiveness

Developed interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, diplomacy, tact, conflict management, delegation skills, and diversity awareness. Ability to work effectively with sensitive and confidential material and sometimes emotionally charged matters.

Communication Skills

Good command of the English language. Second language is an asset but not required. Effective communication skills (oral, written, presentation), is an active listener, and effectively provides balanced feedback.

Customer Service & Organizational Awareness

Strong customer focus. Ability to build an engaging culture of quality, performance effectiveness and operational excellence through best practices, strong business and political acumen, collaboration and partnerships, as well as a positive employee, physician and community relations.

Self-Management

Effectively manages own time, conflicting priorities, self, stress, and professional development. Self-motivated and self-starter with ability work independently with limited supervision. Ability to work remotely effectively as required.

Computer Skills

Proficiency in MS Office Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook required.

EMR

EMR