RN Medical Oncology

Compass Oncology; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Oncology is seeking a dedicated full-time Registered Nurse to join our healthcare team in Spokane, Washington. This role involves providing professional nursing care for patients, assisting physicians, and maintaining accurate patient records. Candidates should have graduated from an accredited nursing program, with a BSN preferred, and display vital nursing skills including medication administration and patient assessment. This position offers a chance to participate actively in a mission to save lives through comprehensive cancer care.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education, BSN preferred.
• Demonstrates knowledge of age specific differences in various patient populations.

Responsibilities

• Assists physician with exams and maintains patient flow.
• Records patient data, including vital signs and medication changes.
• Administers all medications following proper protocols.
• Maintains a clean work environment and restocks supply area.

Skills

Venipuncture skills

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Knowledge of oncology nursing

Education

BSN preferred

Graduation from accredited nursing program

Job description

Overview

Join a Legacy of Care - Delivering over 50 years of Healing and Hope

For over five decades Cancer Care Northwest has been the Inland Northwest's premier cancer center, providing an integrated approach to the diagnosis, treatment and healing of cancer and blood‑related diseases.

Our collective passion to fight against cancer is what motivates and inspires us every day and is the reason Cancer Care Northwest has become the Inland Northwest's premier cancer center. We provide comprehensive, innovative, compassionate, integrated care throughout each patient's journey. We are searching for dedicated professionals who share our passion in saving lives. Are you searching for better work‑life balance? Join us in our mission to save lives.

Position Overview

Cancer Care Northwest is seeking a dedicated full‑time Registered Nurse to join our healthcare team. This position is responsible for providing professional nursing care for patients following established standards and practices. Demonstrates knowledge of age specific differences in the patient population including late adolescence, adulthood, middle age, and the elderly. This includes physiological, psychological, and developmental differences unique to each group. Participates in companywide quality initiatives. Supports and adheres to the Cancer Care Northwest Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Responsibilities

• Assists physician with exams and procedures. Maintains efficient and appropriate patient flow in and out of exam rooms.
• Assesses and records patient data prior to each physician visit, including but not limited to, vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes.
• Maintains all exam room disinfection protocols.
• Assesses patients for changes in condition, including but not limited to abnormal labs, x‑rays, scans, drug reactions and initiates appropriate
• Maintains knowledge of reimbursement procedures. Completes all procedure charge forms. Assures pre‑authorization and appropriate consent forms are obtained prior to all procedures and administration of therapies. Assures nursing charges are accurate and complete on patient fee slips.
• Is skilled in performing venipuncture, accesses implanted ports and maintains central line catheter devices. Registered Nurses in the primary nurse role will be able to cross‑train to the infusion nurse role.
• Administers all medications using correct medication, dosage/amount, route, time and technique. Displays appropriate technical skills for the administration of medications to include, but not limited to: sub‑q, IM, and venipuncture.
• Triages patient phone calls as needed and documents relevant information in the patient's chart.
• Maintains a clean work environment and restocks the supply area as needed. Provides nursing coverage for the satellite offices as needed.
• Follows OSHA guidelines when handling cytotoxic agents, biohazardous waste and any other material potentially infected with a blood‑borne pathogen.
• Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations. Acts as a resource person to the medical assistants.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Maintains current knowledge of oncology nursing by participating in ongoing educational opportunities.
• Performs all other duties/responsibilities as necessary or assigned.

Qualifications

Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education, BSN preferred.