Nurse

Hematology Oncology Associates was established in Palm Beach County over 35 years ago, and has grown to include 10 Board Certified Hematologist and Oncologists and 6 Nurse Practitioners in 3 convenient locations within our community. Our goals are to provide state of the art cancer treatments with a high level of compassionate care in a warm inviting environment. We also specialize in treatment of coagulation blood disorders, leukemias and other hematologic benign conditions. At Hematology Oncology Associates of the Palm Beaches, we believe that together, we will work to drive a better life outcome for our community.

Why Join Us? Our team values the work components of every member to create a culture of people helping people and making a difference in our lives and those we serve.

Job Description:

• The infusion nurse will have a working knowledge of chemotherapy drugs and associated side effects, good patient teaching skills, and a thorough understanding of various treatment programs. He/she will display excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with the staff, physicians, and a diverse patient population. The infusion nurse will have the ability to organize and coordinate complex clinical activities.
• Assist physicians as needed. Ensure that all records and information is available.
• Assist MA’s in obtaining patient histories. Take and record vital signs including height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiratory rate, mental status.
• Physically assists patient in the movement and transfer within the office.
• Obtain and analyze laboratory results.
• Collects samples from patients including blood and urine.
• Provides educational information to patients and families pertaining to the administration of chemotherapy. Answers inquiries and provides advice as needed.
• Assists front desk-staff in making follow-up appointments, or following up on current appointments. Answers routine questions from patients and family.
• Consults with other medical personnel and may provide expert information about chemotherapy and side effect management.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.
• Ensures clinical areas are organized. Works collaboratively with clinical staff and other departments in solution-oriented problem solving while avoiding negative attitudes.
• Tracks patients in and out of clinical areas. In the event of an emergency, the nurse may be called to activate the proper “code” and assist providers with emergency response.
• Attends staff meetings as required.
• Acts in capacity as interpreter as needed.
• Performs all duties and service in full compliance with HOA’s standard of care.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by supervisor or in support of quality patient care.
• Offering assistance to coworkers as needed