RN Oncology Clinic - Infusion Center

Kettering Health • Hamilton, OH

18h

About The Position

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.

Requirements

• Licensed in the state of Ohio as a Registered Nurse
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (NLN or CCNE) if they are a new graduate nurse. New graduates from non-accredited programs may be considered if they had a clinical rotation at a network hospital.
• Bachelor of Science in nursing preferred (must be completed within 5 years of hire). If hired after June of 2010, at KMCS, all other KHN facilities after Jan 2011.
• ONS chemotherapy and Biotherapy administration certification (or obtained within 6months of hire)
• At least year of oncology nursing experience required with preference given to RN’s with oncology clinical experience.
• A nurse who is returning to the acute care setting after five or more years may be required to provide evidence of successful completion of a refresher course.
• BLS certification

Nice To Haves

• OCN certification highly preferred
• Experience with oncology EMR preferred

Responsibilities

• The Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process in providing nursing care to patients in all settings in collaboration with other health care providers.
• The RN is accountable for his/her own professional development and practice within the scope of care defined by law.
• Utilizing organizational resources the RN acts as a patient advocate for the delivery of safe care including delegation of care and participation in performance and practice improvement activities.
• The delivery of nursing care within the Kettering Health Network reflects the missions, vision, values and philosophies, of the organization and nursing departments.
• The oncology infusion RN provides quality nursing care to patients experiencing hematological/oncological treatments and disease management including knowledge and skills to provide chemotherapy and biotherapy agents safely and effectively.
• Possesses and develops understanding of the oncologic process and oncologic emergencies.
• Knowledgeable to instruct patients and their support persons about disease, symptom management and treatment as well as advocate for their needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees