• Communicates any concerns or issues directly with the nursing staff or consults immediately with their immediate supervisor. Does not wait to be rounded on to share concerns.
• Participates in development of clinical guidelines with medical staff, nursing administration, pharmacy, and other ancillary services as appropriate
• Interacts positively with new recruits presenting the organization in a positive manner.
• Maintains knowledge and appropriate skill sets to utilize the computer system, schedule appointments, manage telephone calls, perform patient assessments, document in the electronic health record, and assist patients and the providers as needed in the clinic setting.
• Maintains knowledge and skill sets required to conduct patient education session related to chemotherapy, drug administration, side effects, and other related issues.
• Assists other nursing units when needed and during emergencies when possible.
• Collaborates with the manager of the Infusion & Oncology department to facilitate monthly Cancer Support Groups.
• Acts as a patient coordinator for Oncology Clinic patients. Deals directly with patients to ensure their timely movement though the health care system and to assure that individual patient needs are met. This includes but is not limited to scheduling appointments and treatments.
• Acts as a liaison between the hospital and local/consulting physician offices to foster cooperative relationships and problem solves issues regarding the clinic.
• Verifies orders and pre-authorization status for all oncology clinic patients.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Must maintain a current, active license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Colorado
• Must maintain a current CPR certification

HRRMC's Oncology Clinic department has a full-time (32 hrs/wk) opening for a clinic RN. This position is eligible for our benefits package including: medical, dental insurance, employer matching retirement and paid time off.

Apply today at www. hrrmc.com

Scope Statement:

The clinic RN provide patient care in the oncology clinic working closely with doctors, specialists, and other care providers to deliver short- and long-term care to patients. The clinic nurse aid patients from the moment they enter the clinic by collecting patient information, supporting patient evaluation, administering treatments and medications as needed, and educating patients. This role plans, directs, and performs quality nursing care for all oncology clinic patients as well as provides high quality customer service and patient care while facilitating real-time resolution to any customer concerns with support of the department manager.