Registered Nurse (RN) - Oncology Tele

JOB SUMMARY / PURPOSE The Registered Nurse (RN) is accountable for utilizing the nursing process to provide safe, age-appropriate, direct and indirect patient care, while practicing within the scope of practice of the Oregon State Board of Nursing.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION The Oncology unit specializes in the care of acutely ill adults and of those who require Cancer treatment and care.

Oncology patients are given the highest standards of professional care by registered nurses and nurse assistants. Specialty certification in Oncology is strongly encouraged and supported.

Telemetry monitoring is available for the patients requiring stable cardiac monitoring. EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS Current unencumbered Oregon RN license required.

Healthcare Provider Level BLS required. GSR Oncology Tele 3S : ACLS required within six (6) months of hire. Successful completion of SHS ECG Monitoring class or an equivalent course approved by management required within six (6) months of hire.

Oncology experience preferred. KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES Social Perceptiveness : Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics.

Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and / or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.

Adaptability / Flexibility : Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to situations that may arise with high risk or diverse patient populations.

Ability to adjust actions in relation to others and adapt to offer best possible care to patients. Time Management : Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues.

Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure. Communication : Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS Rarely (1 - 10% of the time) Occasionally (11 - 33% of the time) Frequently (34 - 66% of the time) Continually (67 # 100% of the time) CLIMB - STAIRS LIFT (Floor to Waist : 0#-36#) 40 - 60 Lbs LIFT (Waist to Eye : up to 54#) 20 # 40 Lbs SQUAT Static (hold #30 sec) KNEEL (on knees) SIT LIFT (Floor to Waist : 0#-36#) 20 - 40 Lbs LIFT (Knee to chest : 24#-54#) 0 - 20 Lbs LIFT (Waist to Eye : up to 54#) 0 - 20 Lbs LIFT (Overhead : 54# and above) 0 - 20 Lbs CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds SQUAT Repetitive ROTATE TRUNK Sitting REACH # Upward PUSH (20-40 pounds force) PULL (20-40 pounds force) STAND WALK - LEVEL SURFACE LIFT (Floor to Waist : 0#-36#) 0 - 20 Lbs# CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds BEND FORWARD at waist ROTATE TRUNK Standing REACH - Forward MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands / wrists FINGER DEXTERITY PINCH Fingers GRASP Hand / Fist PUSH (0-20 pounds force) PULL (0-20 pounds force) # None specified* JOB SUMMARY / PURPOSE* The Registered Nurse (RN) is accountable for utilizing the nursing process to provide safe, age-appropriate, direct and indirect patient care, while practicing within the scope of practice of the Oregon State Board of Nursing.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION* The Oncology unit specializes in the care of acutely ill adults and of those who require Cancer treatment and care.

Oncology patients are given the highest standards of professional care by registered nurses and nurse assistants. Specialty certification in Oncology is strongly encouraged and supported.

Telemetry monitoring is available for the patients requiring stable cardiac monitoring.* EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS* Current unencumbered Oregon RN license required.

• Healthcare Provider Level BLS required.* GSR Oncology Tele 3S : * ACLS required within six (6) months of hire.* Successful completion of SHS ECG Monitoring class or an equivalent course approved by management required within six (6) months of hire.
• Oncology experience preferred.* KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES* Social Perceptiveness : Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics.

Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and / or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.

Adaptability / Flexibility : Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to situations that may arise with high risk or diverse patient populations.

Ability to adjust actions in relation to others and adapt to offer best possible care to patients.* Time Management : Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues.

Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.* Communication : Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS* Rarely(1 - 10% of the time)Occasionally(11 - 33% of the time)Frequently(34 - 66% of the time)Continually(67 - 100% of the time)CLIMB - STAIRSLIFT (Floor to Waist : 0"-36") 40 - 60 LbsLIFT (Waist to Eye : up to 54") 20 - 40 LbsSQUAT Static (hold >

30 sec)KNEEL (on knees)SITLIFT (Floor to Waist : 0"-36") 20 - 40 LbsLIFT (Knee to chest : 24"-54") 0 - 20 LbsLIFT (Waist to Eye : up to 54") 0 - 20 LbsLIFT (Overhead : 54" and above) 0 - 20 LbsCARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 poundsCARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 poundsSQUAT RepetitiveROTATE TRUNK SittingREACH - UpwardPUSH (20-40 pounds force)PULL (20-40 pounds force)STANDWALK - LEVEL SURFACELIFT (Floor to Waist : 0"-36") 0 - 20 LbsCARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 poundsBEND FORWARD at waistROTATE TRUNK StandingREACH - ForwardMANUAL DEXTERITY Hands / wristsFINGER DEXTERITYPINCH FingersGRASP Hand / FistPUSH (0-20 pounds force)PULL (0-20 pounds force)None specified