What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Nurse (RN) - Hematology & Auto CAR-T position at The University of Kansas Hospital?
Position TitleClinical Nurse (RN) - Hematology & Auto CAR-TNights - Full Time, Nights - Part TimeCambridge Tower APosition Summary / Career Interest : This 34-bed protective environment unit specializes in the care of patients with diagnoses of hematologic malignancies and the treatment of these diseases using autologous transplant and cellular therapies. Patients come across the country to receive complex chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatments, management of treatment side effects including oncologic emergencies, support through palliative care services, and treatment from our nationally recognized transplant and cellular therapies program. All 34 beds are telemetry-capable and two patient rooms are dedicated as palliative care suites. Specialized nursing care is required for this unique patient population.The Clinical Nurse I provides professional nursing care through assessment and accurate documentation, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation for the comfort and well-being of patients. Carries out a plan of care specific to unit competencies for the target patient population. Coordinates care delivery and education through collaboration with patient, family and all health care team providers to ensure safe, effective and quality patient care. Follows organizational policies in providing safe patient care. Performs other duties as assigned.Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions
- Provides professional nursing care through assessment and accurate documentation, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation for the comfort and well-being of patients.
- Carries out a plan of care specific to unit competencies for the target patient population.
- Coordinates care delivery and education through collaboration with patient, family and all health care team providers to ensure safe, effective and quality patient care.
- Follows organizational policies in providing safe patient care.
- Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
- These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.Required Education and Experience
- High School Graduate
- Associate Degree Nursing For ADN prepared nurses hired after February 24, 2017, must complete BSN degree by the fifth anniversary of employment as an RN with UKHA
- 6 months to 2 years' experience as a Clinical NursePreferred Education and Experience
- Bachelor Degree NursingRequired Licensure and Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse (LRN) - Single State - State Board of Nursing (Kansas) or compact license
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) within 14 daysTime Type : Full timeJob Requisition ID : R-40193We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.Need help finding the right job?We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Create a custom Job Alert by selecting criteria that suit your career interests. Learn More
