Specialty Clinic Oncology Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Job title : Specialty Clinic Oncology Nurse

Reports to : Specialty Clinic Manager

Status : Full-Time

Benefit Eligible : Yes

Position Summary

The Oncology Nurse provides direct nursing care for hematology / oncology patients, including appropriate supportive care and administration of chemotherapy, blood components, fluid and electrolyte replacements, and other oncology treatments as prescribed.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following :

• Assessing patients
• Administering cancer treatments
• Explaining the treatments and answering questions for patients
• Managing the side effects of cancer treatments and helping manage pain
• Monitoring vitals of patients
• Supporting the emotional wellbeing of patients
• Providing information on resources for family members
• Performing assessment, access, and maintenance of venous access devices
• Performing phlebotomy procedures including starting peripheral IVs and drawing blood from midline catheters, peripherally inserted central catheters, and ports
• Ensures the confidentiality of patients’ medical, personal, and financial records is maintained
• Complying with Cherry County Hospital personnel policies
• Performing other duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities Required

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

We would also like to highlight our Comprehensive Benefit Package, which includes :

Requirements :

Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Nebraska

Obtain (prior to May 1st, 2024) and maintain oncology certification

Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred

Experience in oncology preferred