Registered Nurse - Infusion - Infusion
Company: US Oncology, Inc
Location: Rockville
Posted on: May 6, 2024
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Job Description:
Registered Nurse - Infusion
Overview
Are you looking for a Great place to work? Our team at Maryland
Oncology Hematology is looking for \"star\" talent. If you believe
you have what it takes to create a rewarding experience for our
Physicians, patients, and team members, we'd enjoy the opportunity
to speak with you!
Maryland Oncology Hematology is dedicated to providing the most
advanced cancer care available anywhere in an atmosphere of caring
compassion. We have over 15 convenient locations throughout
Maryland and in DC.
Job Profile Summary:
Under general supervision, provides professional nursing care for
patients adhering to national and company standards and guidelines
for specialty regulations. Demonstrates knowledge of physiological,
psychological, and developmental and age specific differences in
the patient population including late adolescence, adulthood,
middle age, and the elderly. Collaborates with the
interdisciplinary team to provide for assessment and therapeutic
management of patient/family needs. Supports and adheres to the US
Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and
Business Standards.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
* See below for supplementary language regarding Specialty Specific
Requirements (e.g. transplant, infusion) as applicable.
* Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate and promote the continuity
of care consistent with established standards and practices.
* Assesses health status by interviewing patient regarding current
status and medical history.
* Collects and records nursing assessment and interventions.
* Reviews and reports the results of the health status assessment
and physical examination, pertinent laboratory data, radiographic
data and psychosocial assessment of assigned patients to the
provider.
* Assesses patient/family needs and provides teaching and other
instructional material.
* Provides psychosocial support to patients and families.
* Maintains patient confidentiality.
* Prepares and administers therapies under the direction and
supervision of a physician.
* Administers all medications/blood products using correct
medication/blood product, dosage/amount, route, time and
technique.
* Assures pre-authorization and appropriate consent forms are
obtained prior to administration of therapies where applicable.
* Facilitates dose modification by assessing patient, assessing
labs, consulting protocol or treatment plan, calculating dose, and
consulting physician regarding dosage modifications, problems and
symptom management
* Performs venipuncture, accesses implanted ports and maintains
central lines catheter devices.
* Maintains accurate documentation of assigned patient care and
treatments provided.
* Applies knowledge of reimbursement procedures and charge
capture.
* Maintains work environment
* Restocks the supply area as needed.
* Follows OSHA guidelines when handling cytotoxic agents,
biohazardous waste and any other material potentially infected with
a blood borne pathogen.
* Maintains all disinfection protocols.
* Maintains equipment according to quality control standards.
* Facilitates clinical operations and patient care
* Manages patient medication refill requests from the pharmacy
telephone line and records the information in the patient
chart.
* Assists physician with exams and procedures.
* Maintains efficient and appropriate patient flow in and out of
exam rooms.
* Facilitates and schedules consultations, pre-testing, diagnostic
tests or procedures, referrals and future appointments for
patients.
* Triages patient phone calls as needed and documents relevant
information in the patient's chart.
* As necessary, facilitates communication between patient/family
and interdisciplinary team and coordinates services related to
patient care.
* Assist patients in locating available community resources.
* Other duties as assigned.
* Inter professional collaboration
* Assist and collaborate with clinical research.
* Acts as a resource to LPN/LVNs and medical assistants.
* Provides nursing coverage for the satellite offices as
needed.
* Participates in professional development activities and maintains
current knowledge of oncology nursing by participating in ongoing
educational opportunities.
* Specialty Specific Responsibilities
Infusion RN
* Key Responsibilities (Prepares and administers therapies under
the direction):
Programs portable infusion pumps for continuous drug delivery and
provides instruction to the patient and/or caregiver in the use of
the pump at home.
Demonstrates knowledge of ambulatory infusion pump use and
maintenance, cleaning pumps after use, and proper documentation of
pump usage.
Qualifications
Minimum Job Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities):
Education/Training -
Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing
education, BSN preferred.
RN state license and current registration with the State Board of
Nursing in practicing state.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Must maintain continuing education requirements.
Business Experience -
0-3 years nursing experience, preferably at least one year in
oncology
Working Conditions:
Environment (Office, warehouse, etc.) -
The work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those an employee encounters while performing the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions. There is a possible exposure to communicable
diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical
preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology
clinic environment.
Physical Requirements (Lifting, standing, etc.) -
The physical demands described here are representative of those
that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including
handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and
eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive
periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up
to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal
range.
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