Registered Nurse RN Oncology PCU Registry

Banner Health; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid orientation

Flexible Schedules (select positions)

Weekly pay

403(b) Pre-tax retirement

Employee Assistance Program

Employee wellness program

Discount Entertainment tickets

Restaurant/Shopping discounts

Auto Purchase Plan

Job summary

Banner Health is seeking a resilient RN to join the Boswell MS PCU Oncology unit on a PRN basis in Sun City, AZ. You will provide skilled nursing care, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and ensure accurate documentation and discharge planning.

This unit features 22 private rooms with potential expansion and a focus on oncology and general surgeries. The role requires 18 months RN experience, 12 months PCU experience, BLS/ACLS, and a week-long orientation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 months RN work experience.
• Minimum 12 months Progressive Care Unit experience (within the last year and a half).
• BLS and ACLS are required upon hire.
• Orientation is a full-time, week-long commitment with both virtual and in-person training.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and plan/discharge needs with patient/family and care team.
• Develop and revise a care plan with realistic, measurable goals.
• Provide direct patient care and supervise the care by others.
• Document nursing care, treatments, and patient responses.
• Communicate clearly with physicians and care team for continuity of care.
• Participate in education, mentorship, and leadership activities as needed.

Skills

RN License

ACLS Certification

BLS Certification

Education

RN license (state-specific)

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Job description

Primary City/State:

Sun City, Arizona

Department Name:

Banner Staffing Services-AZ

Work Shift:

Varied

Job Category:

Nursing

Banner Staffing Services (BSS) offers Registry/Per Diem opportunities within Banner Health. Registry/Per Diem positions are utilized as needed within our facilities. These positions are great way to start your career with Banner Health. As a BSS team member, you are eligible to apply (at any time) as an internal applicant to any regular opportunities within Banner Health.

As a valued and respected Banner Health team member, you will enjoy:

• Competitive wages
• Paid orientation
• Flexible Schedules (select positions)
• Fewer Shifts Cancelled
• Weekly pay
• 403(b) Pre-tax retirement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee wellness program
• Discount Entertainment tickets
• Restaurant/Shopping discounts
• Auto Purchase Plan

Registry/Per Diem positions do not have guaranteed hours and no medical benefits package is offered. Completion of post-offer Occupational Health physical assessment, drug screen and background check (includes employment, criminal and education) is required.

Nurses play a critical role in patient care. They’re the smiling faces patients see when they’re sick; they’re advocates for the patients and their families; and they are experts in providing nursing care. Truly, they are the heartbeat of a hospital. We care about you, your nursing career today and your future. Great options and great opportunities.

At Banner there will be exciting opportunities to be a part of the health care transformation. We are known nationally as an innovative leader in new health care models and are on the cutting edge of medical advances. You will work alongside a group of dedicated physicians and staff that perform some of the most state-of-the-art procedures that exist anywhere in the country.

Unit Description

The Banner Boswell MS PCU Oncology Unit consists of 22 private rooms with the ability to flex up to 42 semi-private rooms with the capability of utilizing up to 16 remote cardiac monitors which are centrally monitored from a centralized monitor room viewing station. Eleven of our 22 private rooms are designated for Medical Oncology patients with cancer and related diagnoses and the administration of chemotherapy. Eleven additional rooms are designated for general surgeries which can consist of urology, plastics, gynecological and abdominal cases. On our unit we can also see overflow medical patients with simple pneumonias, diabetes, renal disease, GI issues, and skin disorders.

As a nurse on our MS PCU Oncology unit you will have the opportunity to work with a highly efficient and engaged team culture working together to meet positive patient outcomes and demonstrate a Customer Obsessed work culture. Our team focus is on creating a healthy work environment through collaboration, hourly rounding, prompt answering of call lights, culture of clean and quiet, and acknowledging a “one team” mentality. This unit participates in our Progress-In-Place initiative, meaning the patients cared for on our units have a variety of medical conditions, and we serve both Medical Surgical and Progressive Care acuity patients on the same unit.

This is a unique assignment-based PRN position, meaning that you will be dedicated to just this specific unit at this facility. You will not float to any other unit or facility. We offer both Night shift hours (7PM - 7:30AM) and Day shift hours (7AM - 7:30PM) shift hours (with a 2 shift per month minimum and one weekend shift per schedule period requirement. This position offers an additional flat rate weekend differential of $3/hour and an 18% shift differential, when applicable.

Please note:

• You must have a minimum of 18 months of RN work experience.
• You must have a minimum of 12 months of recent work experience on a Progressive Care Unit (within the last year and a half).
• BLS and ACLS is required upon hire.
• Orientation is a full time, week-long commitment. You must be available to attend both virtual and in-person training classes during your first week.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with organizational policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and development. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under their direction. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills necessary to assess data and plan, provide and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age of assigned patients.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs. Reviews patient history and physical with patient/family and assures completion within appropriate timeframe. Reviews available information obtained by other health care team members. Reviews diagnostics and laboratory data and reports abnormal results to the physician(s) and other appropriate caregivers. Completes assessment and reassessments according to patient need and as outlined in policy.
2. Formulates a plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data and patient, family and health team input. Initiates a plan of care based on patient-specific needs, assessment data and the medical plan of care. Goals for patient are realistic, measurable and developed in conjunction with the patient/family. Considers the physical, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age specific and educational needs of the patient in the plan of are. Plans care in collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary team. Reviews and revises the plan of care to reflect changing patient needs based on evaluation of the patient’s status.
3. Implements the plan of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation and supervision of the activities of the health care team. Provides care based on physician orders and the nursing plan of care, in compliance with policies and procedures, standards of care, and regulatory agency requirements. Delegates appropriately, and provides nursing supervision in the provision of care to patients by other licensed nurses and other personnel. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for whom care is provided.
4. Evaluates the patient’s and family’s response to care and teaching, and revises the plan of care as needed. Evaluates patient progress towards goals and expected outcomes in collaboration with other health care team members. Evaluates patient’s response and the effectiveness of patient teaching.
5. Documents assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in the patient record. Documentation is legible, timely and in accordance with policy. Documentation reflects objective/subjective data, nursing interventions and patient’s response to treatment. Notes physician orders accurately and in a timely manner.
6. Provides care based on the best evidence available and may participate in research activities within clinical practice. Participates in unit or facility shared leadership. Interacts and participates in the education, role development, and orientation of facility personnel, patients, students, families and visitors. Promotes/supports growth of others through precepting and mentoring when appropriate.
7. Contributes to society through activities that lead to excellent patient outcomes through timely, effective, efficient, equitable, and safe care. Actively participates in the improvement of national nursing quality indicators and outcomes. Such activities may include participating in professional organizations.
8. In some roles, this position may supervise staff and work flow of the department.

9.Interacts with all levels of staff in a variety of departments, physicians, patients, families and external contacts, such as employees of other health care institutions, community providers and agencies, concerning the health care of the patient. Interacts with other health care providers in numerous settings in order to report and ask for or clarify information. Also works with clergy to provide spiritual support. Synthesizes and prioritizes data from multiple sources to provide support for the human response of the patient and family to changes in health status.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess a current, valid RN license in state of practice, temporary/interim RN license in state of practice, or compact RN licensure for current state of practice. BLS certification is required. Additional certification or continuing education may be required based on area of practice.

Relates throughout the interview process the experience, training and education needed to perform the job. Experience in the clinical area for which he or she is applying is desired. Must maintain clinical performance competencies appropriate to the area in which they work as demonstrated through annual validations. Banner Registry and Travel acute care positions require a minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting. Experience must include working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months as a Registered Nurse in the specialty area. Banner Registry and Travel physician practice positions require a minimum of one year experience as a Registered Nurse in a physician practice or an acute care setting.

In a Home Health setting, team members must be able to operate personal vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license. Auto insurance coverage is also required to be active and maintained.

Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral, and BUMG, BUMCT, or BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire. Employees working for Banner Home Care AZ must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. Employees working in the Banner McKee Senior Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit must possess a Colorado Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. Employees working in any Banner Staffing (BSS) Behavioral Health role in Arizona must possess a State of Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree preferred. Professional certification preferred.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

EEO Statement:

Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.