Registered Nurse II, Oncology Imaging - 8hr; Days

Cedars-Sinai; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai Medical Network in Los Angeles is seeking a Clinical Nurse II, Oncology to provide direct care to ambulatory oncology patients. You will follow approved policies, set goals, and manage care under established standards of practice in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate holds an ADN (BSN preferred), CA RN license, BLS (ACLS preferred), and at least 1 year of acute care Med/Surg Tele experience, with a commitment to quality care and patient satisfaction.

Qualifications

• ADN is required; BSN preferred.
• CA RN license required.
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assesses and provides direct care to ambulatory oncology patients.
• Reviews labs and care plans; integrates data into patient assessments.
• Participates in CQI to maintain/advance cancer care quality.
• Plans education and care based on disease process and outcomes.
• Initiates referrals to interdisciplinary team members as needed.
• Demonstrates competency with IV therapy and standard precautions.
• Establishes IV access and prepares medications per protocol.

Education

ADN

BSN

Job description

Job Description

Are you ready to bring your clinical competencies to a world-class Medical Group known for the very highest clinical standards? Do you have a passion for the highest quality and patient satisfaction? Then please respond to this dynamic opportunity available with one of the best places to work in Southern California! We would be happy to hear from you.

The Cedars-Sinai Medical Network is committed to helping primary care and specialist physicians provide excellent care to all their patients, who benefit from convenient access to primary and specialty care physicians and seamless coordination of care between them. As a part of Cedars-Sinai, our physicians and staff are partners in quality health care from a medical center that is consistently recognized as one of the finest hospitals in the country. For the 8th consecutive year, we have been named one of the top 20 Physician Groups in Southern California by Integrated Healthcare Associates (IHA).

Why work here?

Beyond outstanding benefits, competitive salaries and health and dental insurance we take pride in hiring the best, most passionate employees. Our talented staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation and the gold standard of patient care we strive for.

What will you be doing in this role?

The Clinical Nurse II, Oncology is a Registered Nurse who delivers direct care to assigned Oncology patients in an ambulatory setting. Nursing care is delivered using standards of care by following approved policies and procedures. Utilizing appropriate decision making skills exhibits competence in the technical, interpersonal and cognitive skills required to independently and safely manage routine patient assignment. The Clinical Nurse II, Oncology establishes a plan of care, sets goals, determines priorities, and provides care within established standards of practice.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Assesses appropriately patient care needs and learning needs in routine oncology patient populations.
• Reviews lab diagnostic data and incorporates in assessment
• Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) monitoring to maintain or improve care of Oncology patient population
• Plans patient care and education based on disease process, anticipated patient outcomes, complications of treatment, and psycho-social needs in collaboration with other healthcare team members
• Initiates and follows through with appropriate referrals to other interdisciplinary healthcare team members
• Demonstrates competency in use of technical skills as required (i.e., IV therapy equipment utilization, universal precautions, body mechanics)
• Establish IV access utilizing peripheral or central catheters per protocol. Drug should only be prepared once an IV access is established and labs verified

Qualifications

Job qualifications

Education

• Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) required
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Valid CA RN license required
• BLS Certification from American Heart Association (AHA) required
• ACLS Certification from American Heart Association (AHA) preferred

Work Experience

• 1 year acute care experience in a MedSurg Tele required