Position Title:
LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Gynecology Oncology Clinic
Job Description: General Description: Under general supervision of a registered nurse, provides nursing care in a hospital-based outpatient department to an assigned group of patients with a complex oncology diagnosis.
Essential Responsibilities:
Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.
Administers medications safely under direction of physician or other medical personnel Observes, records, and reports patient's condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians. Provide care according to an established nursing plan. Collects comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health or situation Ensures patient chart entries are made accurately and in a timely manner and forwarding charts as appropriate Communicates systematic report to other care providers. Assisting in the coordination of care delivery; utilizes resources to promote the continuum of care. Employs strategies to promote health in a safe environment. Documents progress toward the attainment of outcomes. Uses quality and evidence based practice to deliver and improve care. Works closely with more experienced clinicians for guidance and supervision. Triage telephone calls for referral to other clinical team members Infusion/Treatment Depts: demonstrates knowledge and skills in chemotherapy/biotherapy and blood products. Radiation Oncology Depts: demonstrates knowledge of radiation therapies and procedures, including side effect and symptom management. Demonstrates ability to triage patients and coordinate with provider to ensure care needs are met Demonstrates knowledge and skill in aspects of IV therapy and hydration Manages patient care based on knowledge of cancer, cancer treatment, and side effects of such treatment.
General Responsibilities:
Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Completion of educational requirements for NCLEX-PN examination. Completes Oncology Specific courses and competencies within 1 year of hire
Experience: Oncology or previous health care office experience preferred
License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Current LPN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact LPN License (eNLC) required. Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of professional nursing theories, practices, techniques, and procedures. Ability to organize, coordinate, plan and evaluate nursing needs of assigned patients. Must be knowledgeable about operating room techniques if applying for a surgery position. Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills
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