LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Urology Oncology Clinic - Stephenson Cancer Center - PRN

Davita Inc.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for their Urology Oncology Clinic at the Stephenson Cancer Center. This PRN position involves providing care to oncology patients, documenting care plans, and ensuring patient safety. Candidates must possess a valid LPN license and complete oncology courses within one year of hire. Join a team that values your professional growth and offers comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

PTO and 401(k)

Medical and dental plans

Qualifications

• Current LPN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing or multistate compact LPN License required.
• Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required.
• Oncology or previous healthcare office experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications safely under direction of physicians.
• Observes, records, and reports patient's condition and treatment reactions.
• Documents progress towards care outcomes.

Skills

Communication

Coordination

Nursing Knowledge

Education

Completion of educational requirements for NCLEX-PN examination

Oncology Specific courses

Job description

Position Title:LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Urology Oncology Clinic - Stephenson Cancer Center - PRNDepartment:SCC UrologyJob Description:

General Description: Under general supervision of a registered nurse, provides nursing care in a hospital based outpatient department to an assigned group of patients with a complex oncology diagnosis.

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

• Administers medications safely under direction of physician or other medical personnel
• Observes, records, and reports patient's condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians.
• Provide care according to an established nursing plan.
• Collects comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health or situation
• Ensures patient chart entries are made accurately and in a timely manner and forwarding charts as appropriate
• Communicates systematic report to other care providers.
• Assisting in the coordination of care delivery; utilizes resources to promote the continuum of care.
• Employs strategies to promote health in a safe environment.
• Documents progress toward the attainment of outcomes.
• Uses quality and evidence based practice to deliver and improve care.
• Works closely with more experienced clinicians for guidance and supervision.
• Triage telephone calls for referral to other clinical team members
• Infusion/Treatment Depts: demonstrates knowledge and skills in chemotherapy/biotherapy and blood products.
• Radiation Oncology Depts: demonstrates knowledge of radiation therapies and procedures, including side effect and symptom management. Demonstrates ability to triage patients and coordinate with provider to ensure care needs are met
• Demonstrates knowledge and skill in aspects of IV therapy and hydration
• Manages patient care based on knowledge of cancer, cancer treatment, and side effects of such treatment.

General Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Completion of educational requirements for NCLEX-PN examination. Completes Oncology Specific courses and competencies within 1 year of hire

Experience: Oncology or previous health care office experience preferred

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Current LPN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact LPN License (eNLC) required. Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of professional nursing theories, practices, techniques, and procedures.
• Ability to organize, coordinate, plan and evaluate nursing needs of assigned patients.
• Must be knowledgeable about operating room techniques if applying for a surgery position.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills

Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login.OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.