RN New Grad - Oncology FT Days New

Description

The Staff RN uses the nursing process to deliver nursing care to a given patient care population as it relates to the care setting. Nursing care is based on the interpretation and execution of the medical and nursing plan of treatment utilizing established procedures standards and protocols of individuals within the assigned work shift. The Staff RN provides nursing care to the population served in the unit.

Core Competencies

Adheres to infection prevention guidelinesAdheres to policies, procedures, and standards of practice to deliver safe and optimal careAssesses patient history, physiological, and psychosocial statusCommunicates with the patient, family, medical staff and others during the continuum of careComplies with Joint Commission’s national patient safety goalsComplies with organizational quality dashboard/benchmarking goalsInterprets common variables affecting patient care and follows reporting processMaintains regulatory compliance consistent with quality standards and ethical obligations of the professionParticipates in activities in alignment with the Magnet ModelParticipates in organizational activitiesParticipates in Peer ReviewParticipates in professional development activitiesPerforms as a preceptor in an active and engaged mannerProvides age-specific individualized care that supports protection from harm and complies with patient safety centered interventions/bundlesProvides patient and family education throughout the care of patientUses critical thinking to formulate and carry out a care plan according to patient needsUtilizes resources in an economical mannerUtilizes safe administration of medicationsUtilizes Safe Patient Handling

Department Specific Competencies

Ensures prevention and early detection of infection in patients at risk.Prevents and alleviates constipation/impaction.Assists the patient and family to understand the action and minimize side effects of antineoplastic agents. Follows Standard of Care for Chemo # NS13.Prevents and alleviates vomiting.Assesses infection control measures necessary in order to provide quality patient care by utilization of epidemiological methods. Assesses employee safety. patient, staff and community educational needs with regard to infection control.Adheres to infection prevention guidelinesAssists the patient to understand information related to a specific disease process.Provides the necessary information, advocacy and support to facilitate primary patient care by someone other than the healthcare professionalDying Care - promotes physical comfort and psychological peace in the final phase of life (SERVICE/KNOWLEDGE/EXCELLENCE/COMMUNITY)Emotional Support - Provides reassurance, acceptance and encouragement during times of stress.

Education

Degree

ADN, BSN or MSN in Nursing

Additional Information

BSN/MSN Degree or Associate degree in Nursing - Bachelors or Masters program with completion within 3 years.

Additional InformationONS chemo biotherapy certification required within one year of employment

License / Certification Requirements

Registered Nurse LicenseACLS Certification from the American Heart Association

Compensation Range

$42.42 - $54.18 / Hour