Registered Nurse (RN)

*CANCER CENTER OF KANSAS, PA* *POSITION:* * Registered Nurse *SCOPE:* Accountable for coordinating and delivering services in the Satellite office to ensure high quality care to all of our patients.
*ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:* * Depending upon site location and number of employees, job duties may vary: * Administers chemotherapy using aseptic technique according to OSHA guidelines.
* Assures correct medication dosage form, strength, and quantity as per physician order in iKnowMed.
* Consulting physicians regarding dosage modifications, problems, and symptom management * Communicates skillfully and professionally with patients and their families, physicians, co-workers, other health care personnel, and community resource representatives.
Has received and follows HIPAA guidelines to ensure confidentiality.
* Documents all nursing assessments, nursing interventions, and patient therapies in electronic medical record.
* Uses LYNX system to dispense therapy drugs.
Documents drug usage in Lynx and matches to electronic charting.
* Provides psychological support to patients and families.
* Assures appropriate consent has been obtained prior to treatment and or procedures.
* Has current BLS certificate and is able to follows medical emergency policy and procedure.
* Has knowledge of insurance reimbursement issues, and follows policies and procedures for preauthorization of insurance when necessary.
* Obtains blood specimens from peripheral sites or central lines in accordance with OSHA and universal precautions.
* Provides ongoing education for patients and family regarding disease status, chemotherapy treatments, preventative care measures, symptom management, and community resources.
* Obtains Good Clinical Practice Training Certificate.
Provides requested documentation to Research Staff, facilitating placement of patients on protocol and ongoing follow-up visits.
*Facilitates dosage modifications by:* * Assessing patient * Assessing lab * Consulting protocol or treatment plan * Calculating doses *OFFICE:* * Orders and maintains an adequate stock of office supplies.
* Facilitates flow of information between Satellite and Wichita CCK.
* Answers phone calls in relation to patient questions and relays pertinent information to appropriate department or physician.
* Takes new patient referral calls and schedules appointment.
* Advises patients on symptom control and medications, according to the standing orders.
* Monitors lab values and makes appropriate interventions for abnormalities.
* Using ERX module in IKM, orders medication and refills according to physician orders.
* Completes disability, FMLA, and cancer insurance information forms for patients.
* Has received training and demonstrates understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines as set forth by the FDA.
* Provides indigent drug programs and initiates services when indicated.
Keeps accurate records on patients participating in indigent drug program and assists with continued service.
*OFFICE VISITS:* * Mails patient information with office appointment to each new patient.
* Prepares charts for office visits, including insurance referrals and obtains ordered test results.
Collects necessary information for Meaningful Use and documents in the electronic medical record.
* Arranges for necessary x-ray films to be available if indicated.
* Processes new patient forms, including sending a copy of insurance cards and Assignment of Benefits/Financial Responsibilities to Business Office in Wichita.
* Assists physician with office visits.
* Assists physician with procedures, including bone marrows, spinal taps, and paracentesis (assists with signing consent, doing procedure and home care instructions).
* After office visit, schedules return office visit, lab and testing ordered and chemotherapy as ordered.
*MISCELLANEOUS:* * Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
* Maintains compliance with OSHA standards.
* Completes a minimum of 15 contact hours per year of continuing education to maintain competence.
* Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
* Maintains clean, safe, and organized work environment.
* Participates in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.
* Performs other duties as requested by management or physicians.
* Participates in quality improvement activities.
*ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:* *INTERRELATIONSHIPS:* * The Nurse must maintain a good working relationship with all employees.
He/she must be able to communicate directly to the Team Leader and/or Director of Nursing regarding any areas of concern in his/her department.
He/she must always display an attitude that creates a positive impression with patients, their families, and personnel from other organizations.
*PERSONAL TRAITS:* * Displays a positive demeanor toward patients, coworkers, physicians and work.
* Exhibits behavior that promotes friendliness and cooperation.
* Demonstrates a willingness to work with and for others; is flexible and courteous.
* Demonstrates organizational skills.
* Suggests improvements and new ideas.
* Displays good judgment in problem solving.
* Accepts constructive criticism.
*EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:* * Degree in Nursing preferred.
* Minimum of 1-year experience preferred.
* Experience with venipuncture technique.
*CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS*: * Current license to practice professional nursing in the State of Kansas.
* Current CPR required *SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES*: None.
*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 working under stressful conditions and/or working irregular hours.
Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.
Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 30 lbs.
Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
Requires exposure to chemotherapeutic agents, communicable diseases, bodily fluids, and possibly toxic substances.
Job Type: Full-time Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Referral program * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Medical specialties: * Oncology Physical setting: * Clinic Standard shift: * Day shift Weekly schedule: * Monday to Friday * No weekends COVID-19 considerations: Masks Required, Vaccine status required Education: * Associate (Preferred) Experience: * Nursing: 1 year (Preferred) * IV: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: * BLS Certification (Preferred) * Registered Nurses License with the State of Kansas (Required) Work Location: In person