What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN I position at Oncology Radiation Associates?
RN I
Job Description Summary
Under general supervision, provides professional nursing care for patients adhering to national and
company standards and guidelines for specialty regulations. Must recognize physical, psychological,
and spiritual aspects of care.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
-Demonstrates knowledge of age specific differences in the patient population including physiological
and developmental differences unique to each group.
-Assess and monitors therapy of patients using appropriate technical skills under the direction and
supervision of a physician.
-Assists physician with exams and procedures.
-Maintains efficient and appropriate patient flow.
-Demonstrates knowledge of reimbursement procedures and charge capture.
-Performs venipuncture, accesses implanted ports and maintains central venous access devices and
alternate delivering systems.
-Documents all elements of care.
-Communicates all pertinent information and any interventions to the physician or mid level provider.
-Serves as a resource person to the medical assistants and LPNs.
-Triages patient/family phone calls as needed and documents relevant information in the patient's chart.
-Assesses patient/family needs and provides teaching.
-Demonstrates awareness of community resources available to patients and assists with referrals if
necessary.
-Provides nursing coverage for the satellite offices as needed.
-Follows OSHA guidelines when handling cytotoxic agents, biohazardous waste and any other material
potentially infected with a blood borne pathogen.
-Maintains current knowledge of oncology nursing by participating in ongoing educational opportunities.
-Participates in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations. -Maintains
patient confidentiality.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education, BSN preferred. This is an
entry level nursing position requiring 0-3 years experience, preferably in an oncology environment.
Experience and knowledge of the purpose and use of medications in the treatment of cancer and chemotherapy
Infusion is preferred. Current RN state license with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state. Current BCLS
(Basic Cardiac and Life Support) certification required with in 3 months of hire.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires full range of body
motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.
Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items
weighing up to 40 Ibs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposure to
communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other
conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.