Livingston, NJ30+ days ago
Job Summary: The oncology registered nurse assumes clinical responsibility for a specific caseload of patients, Working under the direction of a physician, the oncology nurse accesses the patient s history and current condition, establishes and monitors the patient/family goals and outcomes, coordinates, monitors and evaluates patient care in the outpatient office and infusion setting, The oncology registered nurse provides and implements patient/family education and home care needs, Principles of growth and development and each patient s age specific needs and treatment and care for the adult and geriatric population are utilized, Qualifications: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing, Prefer Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, Current New Jersey RN licensure required, BLS certification required, Previous Oncology nursing experience required. Uses an understanding of the principles of acute and chronic pain management to assess each patient s individual needs and provide appropriate and specific treatment and care, Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient s age specific needs and provide age specific treatment and care, Provides a compassionate and supportive environment with prompt and consistent service, Adheres to patient rights: provides for the confidential treatment of all communications and records, Demonstrates professionalism with families, visitors, physicians, co-workers and supervisors, Listens and communicates effectively.