RN-Oncology Office

01 Kaweah Delta Health Care District; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaweah Health is seeking aRegistered Nurse in Medical Oncology to provide chemotherapy infusion and related care in Visalia, CA. The role requires a California RN license, and BLS certification is preferred; BSN/MSN is preferred but not mandatory. One year of RN or LVN IV experience is expected.

You will ensure safe chemotherapy administration, educate patients and families, coordinate consent and insurance approvals, and participate in quality improvement initiatives within the oncology unit.

Qualifications

• License /Certification Required: CA RN license.
• BLS Preferred: National certification as Oncology Certified Nurse.
• Education Preferred: BSN, MSN, or currently enrolled in RN-BSN program.
• Experience Required: One year RN experience or LVN IV experience.

Responsibilities

• Mixes chemotherapy drugs as prescribed by physician after competency test.
• Administers chemotherapy in accordance with Oncology Nursing Society standards.
• Prepares patients, obtains consent, secures insurance approval, and verifies dosage.
• Educates patient and family on chemotherapy, side effects and community resources.
• Provides telephone triage for patients and families.
• Documents patient charges and credits in billing systems.
• Maintains venous access devices and central lines competency.
• Oversees staff involved with blood sampling and CBC testing.
• Participates in quality improvement activities and staff training.

Skills

Oncology nursing

Chemotherapy

Patient education

Telephone triage

Education

CA RN license

BSN/MSN preferred

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 Eligible Full-time Benefit Eligible Work Shift Day - 10 Hour Shift (United States of America) Department 7641 SRCC Medical Oncology-Visalia To 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.

Qualifications

• License /Certification Required: CA RN license
• BLS Preferred: National certification as Oncology Certified Nurse
• Education Preferred: BSN, MSN, or currently enrolled in RN-BSN program
• Experience Required: One year RN experience or LVN IV experience

Job Responsibilities

• Essential Mixes 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.
• Additional Demonstrates 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 -$72.45

If 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. Keep growing your career! Kaweah Health is committed to a culture that delivers personal, professional, and compassionate experiences for every person, every time. We hope you choose to join our team of dedicated professionals serving those who entrust us with their care.