Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Oncology

Facility Overview

This facility is committed to the care and improvement of human life. It is a fully-accredited healthcare institution with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals. The facility features a 266-bed acute-care hospital that provides 24/7 Emergency Services and a range of specialized care, including emergency services for pediatric and senior patients.

Unit Information

• Unit Name: Medical Oncology
• Number of Beds: 33
• Patient Ratios: 1:6
• Unit Staff: Includes Unit Secretary on duty from 7 AM to 11 PM, 3 CNAs for 33 patients, a Charge RN for each shift, Clinical Manager, and Director.
• Equipment: Electronic whiteboards, iPhones with iMobile, remote telemetry.
• Documentation System: Meditech.
• Scheduling Requirements: 36 hours per week with every other weekend as needed.
• Floating Policy: Travelers are the first to float.
• Patient Experience Requirements: Hourly rounds during the day shift; rounds every 2 hours after 9 PM.
• Certifications Required: BLS.

Job Responsibilities

As a Registered Nurse in the Medical Oncology unit, you will be responsible for providing direct patient care, administering medications and treatments, and collaborating with other healthcare team members to ensure high-quality patient outcomes. Advanced skills such as administering inpatient chemotherapy will be performed by core nursing staff with Oncology Nurses Society (ONS) training.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience is required.
• Required Attitude: A strong commitment to putting patients first.
• Preferred Certifications: Specialty certifications in Medical-Surgical Nursing, Palliative Care, and ONS are preferred.

Dress Code

Required uniform includes pewter scrubs and white in any combination.

Awards and Recognition

• Awarded HCA Unit of Distinction in Medical Surgical Nursing in 2018.

Additional Information

This healthcare facility is recognized as a designated Hospital of the Future and frequently pilots new technology and supplies, contributing to an environment that encourages innovation and continuous improvement.