Travel Nurse RN - Oncology - $2,846 per week in Saint Helena, CA

Conducts baseline assessment and nursing history of outpatients receiving radiation therapy, including vital signs, pain assessment, and medication history. Assists physicians with procedures performed in the radiation therapy department, including Stereotactic Radiosurgery and High Dose Rate Brachytherapy.

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN), Oncology (Outpatient) Profession: RN Specialty: Oncology (Outpatient) Duration: 8 hours Shift: Day Shift Hours per Shift: 40 hours per week Experience: Minimum years of experience preferred License: Required Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice Certifications: Required Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Must-Have: Oncology Nursing Certification (ONC) or Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certification (CHIM) Description: Delivers coordinated nursing care for patients in an oncology department according to established standards of care and the nursing process. Supervises and directs the activities of various levels of assigned nursing staff. Coordinates care with other disciplines while utilizing critical thinking and professional discretion. Conducts baseline assessment and nursing history of outpatients receiving radiation therapy, including vital signs, pain assessment, and medication history. Utilizes appropriate guidelines in documentation. Assesses patients for fall risk and allergies, and communicates findings to physicians and team members. Conducts weekly assessments of patients for signs and symptoms of side effects from radiation therapy. Prepares charts for initial assessments and follow-up visits in the radiation therapy department. Communicates pertinent changes to the physician. Assists physicians with procedures performed in the radiation therapy department, including Stereotactic Radiosurgery and High Dose Rate Brachytherapy. Prepares examination rooms for patient visits. Takes vital signs and assists physicians with procedures. Cleans and maintains instruments used in procedures. Performs blood draws and starts intravenous therapy for the administration of intravenous contrast as ordered by the physician. Administers medications ordered by the physician. Provides oxygen when necessary. Acts as a mediator and resource in the department regarding transportation, scheduling, and pertinent medical issues between patients and therapists. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Committed to the safety and wellbeing of associates and patients. Required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply. Provides comprehensive coordinated care for ambulatory patients with complex diseases. Uses a team approach to provide patients access to multiple caregivers during visits.