Hematology-Oncology Triage Nurse, 40 Hours (Days)

POSITION SUMMARY: The role encompasses nursing assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation of care for patients and their families. Accountable for clinical, educational, quality and fiscal outcomes. Consistently and effectively utilizes all steps of the nursing process to provide safe and appropriate care to patient/family. Position: Hematology-Oncology Triage Nurse Department: Cancer Care Schedule: 40 Hours (Days) ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES: - Answering triage calls for refills and medical issues - VNA and hospice referrals - Requests for Prior Authorizations - In-patient admission referrals and arranging dates -Port placements and education - Tace, RFA admissions and bookings - Urgent admissions such as chemo and desensitization admissions - Triage walk-in patients that require pain control, hydration, and other urgent requests - Answer faxes and requests called in from outside pharmacies - Answer in-basket requests from patients and providers - Assist clinic MD with port draws for labs, injections and medications such as hormonal therapies and vaccines - Dressings changes and wound care as required - Phlebotomy consents and arrangements with short stay - Medical equipment orders - Checking narcotic state web site, regulating refills, and getting required signatures for dispensing prescriptions - Writing letters to patients - Bra and prosthesis ordering Assisting with time-outs for bone marrows - Lovenox teaching - Assisting patients to the ER if unstable or during emergencies JOB REQUIREMENTS Nursing degree: Diploma, ASN or BSN (preferred), Ability to obtain BSN within 4 years CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED: Registration and current RN licensure in the state of MA in good standing required. Professional certification highly encouraged. CPR certification required; ACLS certification preferred. Certification in geriatrics/community health/case management preferred. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans Working at Boston Medical Center is more than a job. It’s a chance to make a difference as part of our mission to provide exceptional and equitable care to all. As a nationally-recognized leader in health equity, nursing, initiatives to combat climate change, and many other areas, BMC is dedicated to improving the health of our community in Boston and beyond. BMC’s mission to provide exceptional care without exception extends to our employees, and we have been recognized as a top employer and best place to work. A strong sense of teamwork and support for our staff are the bedrock of BMC, as we know that we can only provide exceptional care to patients when our staff are cared for too. Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Talentacquisition@bmc.org or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request. Boston Medical Center participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. As an E-Verify employer, prospective employees of BMC must complete a background check before beginning their employment at the hospital. BMC requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu, as well as receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps” job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment. To avoid becoming a victim of an employment offer scam, please follow these tips from the FTC: FTC Tips