OP Nurse Coordinator I (RN) - Medical Oncology/Infusion

UPMC; West Mifflin (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is seeking an OP Nurse Coordinator I (RN) to provide comprehensive patient care at UPMC Mercy and Jefferson Medical Oncology/Infusion offices. This full-time role involves managing nursing activities, collaborating with oncology teams, and ensuring high-quality patient care. The position offers a $6,000 sign-on bonus and a supportive work environment focused on professional development.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $6,000

Qualifications

• Responsible for comprehensive patient care and communication with patients and families.
• Demonstrates commitment to community and nursing profession.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for professional development and improving patient care quality.
• Develops individualized care goals with patients and coordinates care with physicians.
• Participates in quality improvement efforts and prepares for regulatory reviews.

Skills

Communication

Critical Thinking

Clinical Judgment

Cultural Competence

Education

Registered Nurse

Job description

Purpose:

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is internationally recognized for its leadership in the prevention, detection, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. It is the region's only comprehensive cancer center designated by the National Cancer Institute.

As the leading institution in western Pennsylvania for cancer care, research, and education, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is well-positioned to contribute globally to reducing the burden of cancer.

We are currently hiring a OP Nurse Coordinator I (RN) for full-time support at UPMC Mercy and Jefferson Medical Oncology/Infusion offices in Pittsburgh and West Mifflin, PA. The position offers a $6,000 sign-on bonus and a regular full-time daytime schedule, Monday through Friday, managing daily nursing activities across locations. The role involves collaborating with medical oncology teams to care for a large patient population.

The Professional Nurse Coordinator is a Registered Nurse responsible for comprehensive patient care, utilizing independent judgment, and maintaining communication with patients, families, physicians, and community resources to promote outpatient health. Demonstrates commitment to community and nursing profession.

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Responsibilities:

• Accountable for professional development and improving patient care quality. Participates in governance, goal setting, and supports practice improvements. Serves as an engaged team member, responding to care team needs and leading daily management activities, including supervising staff and clinical operations.
• Develops individualized care goals with patients, involving them as partners, and coordinates care with physicians. Assists with assessments, evaluations, and patient education, ensuring holistic and continuous care. Manages outpatient follow-up and liaises with external support services.
• Builds productive relationships internally and externally, demonstrating accountability, enthusiasm, and cultural competence. Maintains work-life balance and reports safety hazards. Supports departmental planning and innovations.
• Participates in quality improvement efforts, identifying opportunities, enhancing patient satisfaction, and supporting research-based practices. Prepares for regulatory reviews and advocates for patients within the practice.
• Establishes positive relationships with staff, physicians, and patients. Handles multiple priorities effectively, demonstrating clinical judgment, critical thinking, and communication skills. Maintains physical stamina for patient care activities.
• Uses critical thinking to identify issues across clinical, social, safety, and psychological domains. Communicates effectively, documents comprehensively, and promotes safety and satisfaction. Builds compassionate relationships with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Applies adult learning principles to teach patients, families, students, and staff. Provides detailed education and supports development of staff and students. May serve as a preceptor and coordinate training activities, fostering an environment of continuous learning.