Registered Nurse

Hendrick Medical Center Brownwood; Brownwood (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional medical facility in Texas seeks a Registered Nurse to provide clinical care primarily in the Oncology Services Department. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree, at least one year of nursing experience, and must obtain certifications in BLS and ACLS. You will focus on patient care safety and the administration of chemotherapy/biotherapy agents. This full-time position is designed for entry-level professionals looking to grow in their nursing careers.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of professional nursing experience.
• Knowledge of nursing processes and healthcare systems.
• Registered Nurse license required.

Responsibilities

• Execute clinical care to patients primarily in the Oncology Services Department.
• Emphasis on administration and safety of chemotherapy/biotherapy agents.
• Maintain quality control standards.

Skills

Knowledge of professional nursing theory

Problem solving

Time management

Skill in patient triage

Ability to communicate clearly

Education

Bachelor Degree

Job description

Overview

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Responsibilities

• The Registered Nurse is responsible for executing clinical care to patients primarily in the Oncology Services Department with emphasis on administration and safety of chemotherapy/biotherapy agents.

Job Summary

• The Registered Nurse is responsible for executing clinical care to patients primarily in the Oncology Services Department with emphasis on administration and safety of chemotherapy/biotherapy agents.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Bachelor Degree
• Minimum Work Experience: One year professional nursing experience.
• Required Licenses/Certifications: Registered Nurse; BLS - should not initiate patient contact until completed; ACLS should be completed within 90 days of hire.
• Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: Knowledge of professional nursing theory, regulations and practices to give and evaluate patient care.
• Knowledge of nursing processes; health care systems, structure, and functions; and community resources. Understanding of health care technology, equipment, and supplies. Familiarity with state law on nursing care, nurse practice guidelines, and clinic policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of chart/medical record documentation requirements and federal/state laws related to release of health care information.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish/maintain a safe work environment.
• Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of professional nursing to provide ongoing patient care.
• Skill in time management, problem solving, multitasking, prioritizing, and medical care coordination.
• Skill in initiating appropriate crisis interventions and emergency response.
• Skill in patient triage in person and on the phone.
• Skill in preparing/maintaining records, writing reports and responding to correspondence.
• Ability to analyze options and then counsel patients and families about choices and make referrals to other providers and resources.
• Ability to engage clients and families in the development and implementation of a care plan.
• Ability to read and interpret physicians’ orders and notes from other providers.
• Ability to calculate and administer drug dosages and injections and measure results.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to communicate clearly.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care