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Medical Oncology - RN (08/03)

Ambe Healthcare Staffing

Hilo, HI

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Catheterization, Chemotherapy, Clinical Medicine, Disease Treatment, Electronic Medical Records, Epic Systems, Informed Consent, Injections, Intravenous Therapies, Medications, Nurse Practitioner, Nutrition Disorders, Oncology, Patient Care, Patient Education, Phlebotomy, Record Keeping, Registered Nurse (RN), Safety/Work Safety, Side Effects, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Hilo, HI
POSTED
11 days ago
Job Description:

The Registered Nurse is responsible for independently administering a variety of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and injections (chemo, hormonal, and non-chemo/hormonal) in accordance with the providers order. In addition, accessing port-a-caths, PICCs, and Hickman catheters. Performing venipuncture, PICC and Hickman dressings, labs via ports, PICCs and Hickman catheters. Appropriate clinical care of all patients assigned, maintains accurate, concise and complete records on the patients condition, treatment, medications, and responses to treatment. Monitors and maintains accurate records of all intravenous therapies and the patients responses to treatment. Notifies the Medical Oncologist or Nurse Practitioner of unusual occurrences and initiates appropriate emergency action when necessary. Provide education to patients, families, and caregivers regarding medications and treatments, expected responses and side effects, disease process, nutrition, activity and physical adjustments related to the disease process or treatment. Responsible for verifying informed consent prior to administering chemotherapy. The individual must demonstrate the knowledge of proper handling, administration, and disposal of hazardous drugs, and proper usage of PPE. Maintains a safe environment, complies with policies and procedures. Must be proficient in Epic EMR Performs other related duties as assigned.Bed Size: 18 semi-private bays

Position Urgency:
Normal

Shifts:
Day Shift: Monday - Friday: 7:30AM - 4:00PM

State License Details:
Must Be Currently Active

Minimum Years of Experience:
3

Specialty Type:
********All Travelers must report to Employee Health 48-72 hours prior to start of assignment. This appointment will be scheduled at Hilo Employee Health and traveler must report. Please plan on having your traveler in Hawaii the Thursday before a Monday start so they can report to Employee Health Friday morning********

Sub Specialty:
Oncology Nurse

General Certifications:, N/A

Nursing Certifications:

Contract Length in Weeks:
13

About the Company

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Ambe Healthcare Staffing

Overview

We specialize in providing the healthcare community with contract, temp-to-perm and direct hire staffing solutions. We invite you to discover what makes Cure Healthcare Staffing different – our consultative approach! Our team has a strong background in healthcare with over 25 years of experience. We have a passion for people and developing strong, long lasting relationship with both clients and employees. We look forward to partnering with you to earn your business and help CURE your healthcare staffing needs.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
FOUNDED
1992
WEBSITE
https://www.curehealthcarestaffing.com/