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Job Description : RN - ONCOLOGY
Join our Outpatient Nursing Services (OPNS) team at Moab Regional Hospital!
Rural nursing at its finest!
You are passionate about consistent care and learning new things every day. Due to the rural location of MRH, this position works closely with a small group of patients and understands the value of cultivating nourishing relationships. The right candidate will be excited to perform a wide range of general nursing duties and specialize in infusion therapy and chemotherapy.
This position is a non-exempt, full-time, benefitted position.
Anticipated schedule : Day shifts
Starting pay range :Responsibilities :
Provides direct nursing care in accordance within established scope and standards of practice, and with the policies, procedures and protocols, values, and mission of the healthcare organization.
Conducts and documents thorough assessments of patients' health status before, during, and after chemotherapy infusion sessions. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
Safely administers simple to complex infusion therapy for chemotherapy and non-chemotherapy treatments.
Monitors and document vital signs, symptoms, and overall response to treatment.
Monitors for and manages side effects, both acute and chronic, and documents appropriately.
Collaborates as needed across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including discharge needs, initiating referrals for physical, financial, spiritual, and psychosocial support needs.
Evaluates learning needs of patient and / or family and provides patient / family education appropriate to age, culture, condition, and circumstances. Validates and documents patient and family understanding of teaching
Implements and monitors patient care plans.
Participates in quality improvement initiatives
May precept student nurses and new hires.
Maintains professional growth and development through ongoing formal and informal education and clinical nursing study.
Will float between oncology / infusion and wound care departments
Minimum requirements :
Current, unencumbered Utah or compact state RN license
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Current BLS and ACLS certifications, or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire
Current ONS / ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Administration Certificate, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
Knowledge of infection control principles, patient safety techniques, and prevention of adverse reactions to medications / treatments
Demonstrated critical thinking skills and ability to maintain same in situations with rapidly changing circumstances
Self-motivated and able to work successfully both independently and as part of a team
Great customer service and communication skills, including oral, written, and listening skills
Able to receive and manage sensitive information professionally and maintain confidentiality at all times
Able to handle stressful situations calmly and professionally; emotionally mature
Reliable and timely with work schedule
Flexibility and willingness to accept other duties as assigned
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Why Should You Join the Team at Moab Regional Hospital?
We have an amazing team here at Moab Regional Hospital, with a skilled group of healthcare providers and physicians from a wide range of specialties who are committed to the greater Moab community.
Caring for our People : Every healthcare professional that works here at MRH in both a clinical and non-clinical setting cares about our patients because these are our friends, neighbors, and our family.
Employee Satisfaction : Moab Regional Hospital strives to balance care for the community with care for its employees and offers a supportive work environment, competitive total compensation packages, and the flexibility to enjoy what makes this desert region one of the most unique and special places to live.
We offer :
Wide range of benefits, including :
Medical Insurance
Mental health coverage for entire family
Retirement 403b
Paid time off
Collaborative and supportive workplace
Professional growth opportunities including continuing education, trainings, and more!
Spectacular Location : Welcome to Moab, Utah, where Arches and Canyonlands National Parks are just a part of the breathtaking red rock landscapes that surround this charming town. Nestled at the base of the LaSal Mountains and along the banks of the Colorado River, small-town friendliness coupled with unparalleled natural beauty make this a great place to call home. Thanks to its perfect climate, Moab offers year round recreation opportunities, and is renowned for mountain biking, rock climbing, jeeping, hiking and river activities. There are an array of restaurants, microbreweries, art galleries and special events that create a vibrant community to live in.
Moab Regional Hospital is a Drug Free Workplace, and requires successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and background check.
Moab Regional Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Moab Regional Hospital makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Position Urgency : Normal
Shifts : Day Shifts
State License Details :
Must Be Currently Active
Minimum Years of Experience :
Specialty Type :
Nursing
Sub Specialty :
Oncology Nurse, Infusion RN, Chemo Drip, Chemotherapy
General Certifications :
ACLSBLS / BCLS
Bilingual :
Holiday Coverage Required :
