Registered Nurse (RN) Oncology Oregon

The Dalles, OR, United States

Profession: Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: The Dalles Oregon

Specialty: Oncology

Unit: Medical Oncology

Gross Pay: TBD

Schedule: Days - 5 x 8, 07:00:00-15:00:00, 8.00-5

Guaranteed Hours: 40

Openings: 1

Start Date: 07/22/2024

End Date: 01/04/2025

Assignment Length: 24

Experience Required: 1 year

JOB ID: Laboredge61021192

Other Info:

ID: 61021192 Shift: 8HR Days 07:30-16:30 Description: Job Specific Notes: ACLS, BLS, Chemo Cert, Nursys RN, Oncology (Outpatient) (ONAIn the heart of The Dalles, Oregon, Adventist Health Columbia Gorge has served the Columbia River Gorge community since 1901. We are comprised of a 49-bed hospital, various medical offices, home health, a birthing center and a vast scope of services located throughout The Dalles and the surrounding areas. The Dalles is known for its picturesque views of the Columbia River, local charm and delicious downtown restaurants and bakeries. There is something for everyone in this scenic community.Job Summary:Delivers coordinated nursing care for a patient or an assigned group of patients in an oncology department according to established standards of care and the nursing process. Supervises and directs the activities of various levels of assigned nursing staff, and coordinates care with other disciplines while utilizing critical thinking, professional and supervisory discretion, and independent judgment.Job Requirements:Education and Work Experience:Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN): PreferredOncology nurse experience in a radiation department: PreferredLicenses/Certifications:Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice: RequiredCardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: RequiredAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS OR HS-ACLS OR RQIACLS): Required within 6 months of hireChemotherapy and Biotherapy Course Certification: Required within 6 months of hireOncology Nursing Certification (ONC): PreferredBasic Life Support (BLS) or Healthstream Basic Life Support (HS-BLS) or RQIBLS or Heartsaver CPR (CPR): RequiredChemotherapy and Biotherapy Course Certification (CBCC) or ONC/ONCC-CHIM: RequiredEssential Functions:Conducts baseline assessment and nursing history of outpatients receiving radiation therapy including vital signs, pain assessment and medication history. Utilizes Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) guidelines in documentation. Assesses patients for fall risk, allergies and communicates to physicians and team. Conducts weekly assessment of patients for signs and symptoms of side effects from radiation therapy. Prepares charts for initial assessments and follow up visits to radiation therapy department. Communicates pertinent changes to physician.Assists physicians with all procedures performed in radiation therapy department including Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS), High Dose Rate (HDR) Brachytherapy, and examinations. Prepares exam room for patient. Takes vital signs and assists physician with procedures. Cleans and maintains instruments used in procedures. Performs blood draws in department; starts intravenous therapy for the administration of intravenous contrast; administers medication in department as ordered by physician. Administers oxygen when necessary.Acts as a mediator and resource in the department in regards to transportation, scheduling and pertinent medical issues between the patients and the radiation therapists.Performs other job-related duties as assigned.Organizational Requirements:Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.Description for Job Board: Guaranteed Hours: Contract Weeks:168

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