Oncology Research Nurse

The University of Kansas Health System; Kansas; On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking an Oncology Research Nurse for three 10-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, at the KU Clinical Research Center in Fairway, KS. The role focuses on professional nursing care, data collection, and coordination of cancer treatment plans in infusion, biotherapy, and related services.

Eligible candidates will hold a high school diploma, ADN, and commit to completing a BSN within five years.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• ADN required; BSN must be completed within 5 years of hire.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred.
• Current active multistate RN license in good standing.
• BLS or BCLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and document in medical records.
• Coordinate care and communicate with providers and family.
• Manage IV therapy, hydration, and oncology treatments including chemo knowledge.
• Triage patients, identify changes, and escalate as needed.
• Maintain safety and quality through evidence-based practice.

Skills

IV therapy

Nursing assessment

Care coordination

Triage and monitoring

Communication

Education

High School Graduate

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

BSN required within 5 years

Bachelor Degree in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

## Oncology Research NurseApply: Fairway, KS: Part time: Posted Today: R-58443# Position TitleOncology Research NurseDays - Part TimeKU Clinical Research Center 4350## Position Summary / Career Interest:Monday - Friday Three 10-hour shifts! The Oncology Nurse provides professional nursing care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation.**Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions*** Collects and analyzes comprehensive data pertinent to the patient’s health or situation to determine the diagnosis or issues. a) Performs primary and secondary patient assessments and documents in the medical record accurately and timely. b) Documents changes and omissions of the identified plan.* Communicates systematic report to other care providers.* Coordinates care delivery; utilizes resources to promote the continuum of care.* Demonstrates knowledge and skill in all aspects of IV therapy and hydration* Employs strategies to promote health in a safe environment.* Evaluates and documents progress toward the attainment of outcomes.* Identifies expected interventions and outcomes for an individualized plan of care and communicates effectively with patient, family and other team members.* Implements the plan of care in a safe, timely and appropriate manner.* Manages patient care based on knowledge of cancer, cancer treatment, and side effects of such treatment.* Uses quality and evidence based practice to deliver and improve care.* Works closely with more experienced clinicians for guidance and supervision.* 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 managment. Demonstrates ability to triage patients and coordinate with provider to ensure care needs are met.* 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*** High School Graduate* Associate Degree Nursing Must complete BSN within 5 years of hire **Preferred Education and Experience*** Bachelor Degree Nursing* 1 or more years med surg/acute care* 1 or more years oncology experience **Required Licensure and Certification*** Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)* 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. **Preferred Licensure and Certification*** Chemo Certification - Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Certification preferred for Infusion/Treatment departments ## Time Type:Part time## Job Requisition ID:R-58443### 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. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link [e-mail].* 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.