What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Nurse/Patient Educator position at Joulé?
Job Title : Clinical Nurse / Patient Educator Location : Bethesda, MD Type : Direct Hire Overview : Our client is seeking a Clinical Nurse / Patient Educator to provide high quality care through the utilization of advanced educational preparation and clinical expertise. This nurse must have oncology infusion experience, a Maryland or compact RN license is required. Responsibilities : The CNS will demonstrate evidence of initiative, creativity, responsibility, accountability, autonomy, and flexibility in problem solving. Incumbent applies a wide range of professional nursing theories, principles, and procedures in providing care to hematology and / or oncology patients. Plans, provides, oversees, administers, and documents professional patient care, in accordance with nursing standards of practice and established policies / procedures. Applies research findings to his / her own clinical practice and teaching. Interprets research projects and / or findings relevant to critical care nursing practice and / or patient outcomes to nursing staff. Collaborates with nursing personnel and members of related disciplines in research activities. Mentors staff nurses, graduate students and others to acquire new knowledge and skills and develop their careers. Uses coaching and advanced communication skills to facilitate the development of effective clinical teams. Requirements : Bachelor’s degree in nursing required. Minimum 3 to 5 years of relevant work experience required. Must be a Registered Nurse in the state of Maryland or compact state. Certified in basic cardiac life support (BCLS). Must have a Chemo Bio Certification Must be Oncology Nurse Certified
