RN-Oncology Office

Kaweah Health; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Kaweah Health in Visalia, CA, seeks an experienced RN to provide chemotherapy infusion and related oncologic nursing care on the Medical Oncology unit. You will ensure safe drug administration, patient education, and coordination with physicians for treatment plans.

The role requires CA RN license and at least one year of RN or LVN IV experience, with BLS preferred. You will work daytime hours in a full-time capacity on-site within a compassionate, patient-centered team.

Qualifications

• CA RN license is required.
• BLS certification preferred.
• One year RN experience or LVN IV experience.

Responsibilities

• Mixes chemotherapy drugs as prescribed by physician after competency test.
• Provides chemotherapy administration following Oncology Nursing Society standards.
• Educates patients and families on chemotherapy, side effects, symptom management, and resources.

Skills

Chemotherapy administration

Patient education

Communication

Education

BSN

MSN

RN-BSN program

Tools

Central venous access devices care

Job description

Kaweah Health is a publicly owned, community healthcare organization that provides comprehensive health services to the greater Visalia area in central California. With more than 5,000 employees, Kaweah Health provides state-of-the-art medicine and high-quality preventive services in our acute care hospital, specialized health centers and clinics. Our eight-campus healthcare district has 613 beds and offers comprehensive health services across a broad continuum of care.It takes a special person to work for Kaweah Health. We serve a region where the needs are great, which makes the rewards even greater. Every day, we care for people facing unique challenges and in need of healing. Throughout it all, our focus is to make a difference, and we do — in the health of our patients, our loved ones, and our community.Benefits EligibleFull-Time Benefit EligibleWork ShiftDay - 10 Hour Shift (United States of America)Department7641 SRCC Medical Oncology-VisaliaTo provide cancer patients with the continuum of nursing care that is required in Medical Oncology. The primary purpose is to provide chemotherapy infusion and related treatment.QUALIFICATIONSLicense /CertificationRequired:CA RN licenseBLSPreferred: National certification as Oncology Certified NurseEducationPreferred: BSN, MSN, or currently enrolled in RN-BSN programExperienceRequired: One year RN experience or LVN IV experienceJOB RESPONSIBILITIESEssentialMixes chemotherapy drugs as prescribed by physician after passing competency test.Provides chemotherapy administration in a manner that is consistent with Oncology Nursing Society standards.Provides appropriate functions prior to administration of chemotherapy including consent, insurance approval, and verification of dosage.Accurately provides patient and family education on chemotherapy, side effects, symptom management, and community resources i.e.: American Cancer Society, support groups.Provides appropriate telephone triage for patients and families. Answers telephone in a courteous, professional manner.Accurately inputs patient charges and credits into billing systems as instructed.Inspects and documents medication inventory according to procedures.Maintains competency in the use and care of all venous access devices, central lines.Oversees and directs the work of all staff involved with blood sampling, performing CBC test in addition to performing quality controls for the SYSMEX-KX21.Participates in quality improvement activities as assigned.Documents the orientation and training related to blood sampling and related testing for all staff.Assists in maintaining a clean and orderly work environment.AdditionalDemonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and services appropriate to the population served on the assigned unit or work area. Knowledgeable of growth and development for all patient/family cultural, linguistic, spiritual, gender, and age specific needs. Able to effectively communicate and care for patient and family as reflected in the Plan for Provision of Care.Performs other duties as assigned.Pay Range$48.30 -$72.45If you want to use your talents alongside people who face each day with courage and purpose, in an environment that empowers you to do your absolute best, this is where you belong.