Essential Functions: -Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service.
-Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice.
-Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.
-Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs.
-Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures.
-Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.
-Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.
-Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues.
-Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base.
-Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.
-Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.
Department Specific Job Functions: -Appropriately perform patient care duties such as: head-to-toe assessments, start IVs, insert NG tubes, dressing changes, administer medications, insert foley catheters.
-Access Mediports and maintain port throughout the shift.
-Must maintain documentation standards as evidenced by passed quarterly chart audits.
-Provide emotional support to patients and their families.
-Administer Chemotherapy/Biotherapy to patients not only on the Oncology unit but also throughout the hospital.
Skills: Required Skills & Experience: -Minimum three (3) years of relevant nursing experience. Preferred Skills & Experience: -N/A
Education: Required Education: -ASN Preferred
Education: -BSN
Required Certifications & Licensure: -Illinois state RN License in good standing
-BLS (American Heart Assoc.)
-Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Provider Certification Preferred Certifications & Licensure: -N/A
Required Skills: CHEMOTHERAPY, DOCUMENTATION, ONCOLOGY, RN LICENSE, HUMAN RESOURCES.