RN I-Radiation Oncology

Radiation Oncology Clinic Nurse

Job Description

Overview
Nexus Health is looking for a Radiology Registered Nurse to join our team! This position will support the Radiation Department. Come join our team that is responsible for helping lead Nexus Health in treating more patients diagnosed with cancer than any other provider in Santa Fe, NM. We offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability coverage, a generous PTO program, a 401k plan that comes with a company match, a Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle, and lots of other great perks such as Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Assistance Program, and discounts on some of your favorite retailers.

SCOPE:

Under general supervision, the Registered Nurse (RN) 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 and participates in company-wide quality initiatives. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate and promote the continuity of care consistent with established standards and practices.
• Assesses health status by interviewing patient regarding current status and medical history.
• Assesses patient/family needs and provides teaching and other instructional material.
• Provides psychosocial support to patients and families.
• Facilitates clinical operations and patient care
• Manages patient medication refill requests from the pharmacy telephone line and records the information in the patient chart.
• Facilitates and schedules consultations, pre-testing, diagnostic tests or procedures, referrals and future appointments for patients.
• Triages patient phone calls as needed and documents relevant information in the patient's chart.
• As necessary, facilitates communication between patient/family and interdisciplinary team and coordinates services related to patient care.
• Assist patients in locating available community resources.
• Inter professional collaboration.
• Acts as a resource to LPN/LVNs and medical assistants.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate for the Clinic Registered Nurse (RN)will have the following background and experience:

• Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education, BSN preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience
• Willing to consider an entry, mid, or senior level candidate.
• Current RN state license with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Working Conditions:

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. There is a possible exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations, and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.

Physical Requirements:

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 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

Nexus Health is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse team, as we know that the diverse experiences of our employees make Nexus a stronger and better organization. We are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment where all patients, families and staff are welcomed and valued. We believe diverse perspectives and identities foster excellence, improve patient care and are essential for Nexus to fulfill its mission. Our team members collaborate to help patients of all backgrounds and abilities reach their full potential.

Nexus Health is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of an individual's race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation or gender identity, military status or any other class protected by federal, state, or local laws.