What are the responsibilities and job description for the Per Diem Nurse - Ambulatory Treatment Center position at MD Anderson Cancer Center?
The ideal candidate will have infusion experience (chemotherapy infusion preferred).
Shift: M-F, varied based on business needs.
Location: May require rotating between all ATC units based on business need: ATC Main, ATC Mays and/or ATC Life Science Plaza (LSP).
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Infusions administered may include (but are not limited to) standard of care and research chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy, blood products, IVIG, growth factors, antibiotics, electrolytes and hydration.
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Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills. Has the ability to assess and educate patients and family/caregivers to ensure future care needs are met.
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Develops collaborative, professional relationships with physicians and all members of the heath care team.
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IV insertion and venous access device management
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Accurate administration and monitoring of infusions via a variety of routes (oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, intravenous)
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Performing an independent double-check for chemotherapy administration
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Safe handling and disposal of chemotherapy to minimize patient and staff exposure to hazardous drugs
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Continuous infusion pumps (connects and disconnects)
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Management of treatment related side effects and adverse reactions
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Minimizing the risk for infection among patients who are actually or potentially immunocompromised
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Knowledge needed to facilitate early detection of specific side effects that lead to effective self-management of the side effect when it does occur
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