Radiation Oncology Nurse NE - Part-time

GBMC HealthCare; Baltimore (MD); On-site; Part time

Job summary

GBMC HealthCare seeks a part-time Radiation Oncology Nurse NE to coordinate and manage patient treatment plans. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's in Nursing and at least 3-5 years of oncology nursing experience. The role involves direct patient care and collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team, while also supporting innovative clinical practice changes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
• At least 3-5 years of diversified, progressive oncology nursing experience.
• Current Registered Nurse—State of Maryland.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and manages treatment plans for patients.
• Assesses patient needs and provides necessary education.
• Triage incoming calls and manage patient concerns.

Skills

Assessment

Communication

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Computer Skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

OCN Certification (Preferred)

CPR Healthcare Provider

ONS Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Card (Preferred)

Job description

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Under general supervision and in consultation with the responsible Radiation Oncologist, is responsible for coordinating, managing and communicating the plan of treatment to patients and their families. Specifically, the nurse assists in communications with patients, triages patients and patient issues, performs symptom management and teaches patients regarding their disease process and treatment. In addition, the nurse collaborates with the multi-disciplinary team and utilizes clinical outcomes data to support innovative and cost effective changes to clinical practice.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.

Licensures/Certifications

• Current Registered Nurse—State of Maryland
• OCN Preferred
• Current CPR Healthcare Provider
• ONS Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Card or Certificate Preferred
  
  

Experience

At least 3-5 years of diversified, progressive oncology nursing experience in acute care and/or outpatient settings within the cancer care continuum.

Skills

• Ability to assess, triage and document medical information pertinent to the oncology patient
• Skill in oral and written communication to address patient/family and staff concerns.
• Demonstrated skill in problem solving using available resources in innovative ways.
• Interpersonal relationship skills in order to communicate effectively with the oncology care team.
• Computer and personal productivity skills to enable effective use of e-mail, the Internet, and word processing packages.
  
  

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Provides caring, individual attention, compassion, and empathy to patients and their families in collaboration with the responsible Radiation Oncologist.
• Assesses patients’ needs and provides education, medical information related to labs, radiology reports, or radiation oncology treatment plans as needed.
• Educate and initiate referrals to home care, palliative services and hospice. Supports ongoing education provided by the radiation oncology, physicians.
• Provides patient and family members with information and support, coordinating all aspects of care.
• Ensures timely communications to both referring and primary care physicians, and involves primary care physician in the care plan, when appropriate.
• Monitors patients’ compliance with prescribed medications. Brings abnormal lab results/side effects to the physician’s attention, affording an opportunity for dose adjustment, as needed.
• Participates in new patient consultations with the physician in an effort to provide continuity of care and a treatment plan. Identifies and supports patients who may require a higher level of care, and alerts the appropriate oncology care team members.
• Triages incoming telephone calls and provides symptom management and follow-up throughout continuum of care.
• Preforms procedures in CT
• I.V. contrast injection
• Urethrograms
  
  

All Roles Must Demonstrate GBMC Values

Respect

I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.

• Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy
• Listens and responds appropriately to others’ needs, feelings, and capabilities
  
  

Excellence

I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.

• Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations
• Actively pursues learning and self-development
• Pays attention to detail; follows through
  
  

Accountability

I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.

• Sets a positive, professional example for others
• Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them
• Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties
• Reports to work regularly and on time
  
  

Teamwork

I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.

• Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team
• Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way
• Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions
• Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others
  
  

Ethical Behavior

I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.

• Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment
• Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers
  
  

Results

I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.

• Embraces change and improvement in the work environment
• Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services
• Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles
• Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently
  
  

Pay Range

$38.64 - $64.33

Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.

COVID-19 Vaccination

All applicants must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or obtain a GBMC approved medical or religious exemption prior to starting employment at GBMC Healthcare, to include Gilchrist and GBMC Health Partners.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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