Medical Oncology Clinical Nurse

Cherry Hill Free Clinic, Inc.; Saint Joseph (MO); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

Cherry Hill Free Clinic, Inc. seeks an oncology nurse to provide direct patient care in a 32-bed unit, handling moderate to high acuity cases including cancer treatments, symptom management, and immunosuppression. You will work with a multidisciplinary team on Bone Marrow Transplant and Oncology services.

The role emphasizes patient education, safety, and coordination of care across the continuum. Licensure as a registered nurse is required; BSN is preferred for higher responsibility roles.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid RN license.
• Nursing Diploma or ADN required; BSN preferred for higher roles.

Responsabilités

• Promote patient- and family-centered care, educating on illness management, medication, and post-treatment needs.
• Participate in activities supporting patient safety, quality standards, and regulatory compliance; pursue professional development.
• Develop, implement, and document individualized care plans with team collaboration; ensure clear communication across the care continuum.
• Assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, considering patient preferences, culture, spirituality, and emotional factors.

Connaissances

Critical thinking

Communication

Patient education

Formation

Nursing Diploma or ADN

RN license required

BSN preferred

Description du poste

Role Overview

Provides direct patient care in a 32-bed oncology unit, managing moderate to high acuity cases, including cancer treatments, symptom management, immunosuppression, and neutropenia. The role involves high complexity interventions for patients on Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) and Oncology services, coordinated by a multidisciplinary team.

Role Overview

Provides direct patient care in a 32-bed oncology unit, managing moderate to high acuity cases, including cancer treatments, symptom management, immunosuppression, and neutropenia. The role involves high complexity interventions for patients on Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) and Oncology services, coordinated by a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Promote patient and family-centered care, educating on illness management, medication, and post-treatment needs.
• Participate in activities supporting patient safety, quality, and regulatory standards, along with professional development.
• Develop, implement, and document individualized care plans with team collaboration, ensuring effective communication across care continuum.
• Assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, considering patient preferences, cultural, spiritual, and emotional factors.
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Nursing Diploma or ADN; BSN preferred
• RN license required
• No prior experience necessary; 2+ years preferred for higher roles
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and patient education skills
• Ability to work safely and maintain alertness in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
  

Additional Information

Opportunities for professional growth include fellowship programs, certification prep, and educational courses. Benefits encompass comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and more, supporting overall well-being and career development.