Professional Staff Nurse (RN), Casual ONC - (Medical Oncology/Infusion)

UPMC; Mount Pleasant (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading institution in cancer care is seeking a Limited Casual Professional Staff Nurse (RN) to join their dynamic oncology team. This role involves providing critical treatment and infusion nursing across various offices, fostering collaborative relationships with patients and healthcare providers. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to quality patient care, engage in professional development, and contribute to a healing environment. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of patients while working within a supportive and innovative team. If you are passionate about oncology nursing and eager to enhance patient outcomes, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Key member of the care team responsible for standards of care quality.
• Independently manage and provide patient care activities.

Responsibilities

• Educate patients and families on care and transitions.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Collaboration

Leadership

Teaching

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) License

Oncology Certification (ONC)

Job description

Purpose:

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

As a leading institution in western Pennsylvania for cancer care, research, and education, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center aims to contribute significantly to the global effort to reduce the burden of cancer.

Position Overview:

We are hiring a Limited Casual Professional Staff Nurse (RN), ONC to support our medical oncology network offices in Irwin & Mt. Pleasant, PA. This role primarily involves Treatment/Infusion nursing on a casual, as-needed daylight schedule, Monday through Friday, working across various offices as needed.

Role and Responsibilities:

The Professional Staff Nurse, a registered nurse, is a key member of the care team responsible for setting standards of care quality. This role involves managing and providing patient care activities with independence, judgment, communication, and collaboration. The nurse will establish collaborative relationships with physicians, healthcare providers, patients, and families to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The role also encompasses leadership, partnership, and supervision, demonstrating a commitment to the community and the nursing profession.

Additional Information:

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Responsibilities:

1. Apply adult learning principles in teaching patients, families, students, and new staff. Provide detailed education to support patient care and transitions. Support the development of students and new staff, potentially serving as a preceptor. Foster an environment of open dialogue and continuous improvement.
2. Take accountability for professional development to enhance practice and patient care quality. Participate in unit-based governance, goal setting, and support change initiatives. Be an engaged team member, responding to care team needs and contributing to quality improvement efforts.
3. Develop and maintain productive relationships with colleagues and external partners. Demonstrate accountability, enthusiasm, and cultural sensitivity. Balance work and personal life, practicing safe work hours and effective communication of safety concerns.
4. Utilize the nursing process within Relationship Based Care to create a healing environment. Develop daily goals and care plans that involve patients as partners, considering holistic needs. Use critical thinking to address clinical and psychosocial issues, ensuring comprehensive documentation and effective communication. Incorporate professional and organizational goals to enhance safety, quality, and patient satisfaction. Build compassionate relationships to foster a healing environment.
5. Participate actively in quality improvement initiatives. Identify opportunities for enhancement, contribute to patient satisfaction efforts, and utilize research and evidence-based practices to improve clinical care.