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Nurse Clinician – Neuro Oncology
Position Type: Full-Time | 1.0 FTE | Salaried Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (flexed based on patient needs and clinic times and in partner with other Nuero Oncology Nurse Clinician)
Position Summary
The Neuro Oncology Nurse Clinician plays a critical role in the coordination and delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals diagnosed with neurological cancers. Working within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team environment, the Nurse Clinician develops and implements individualized care plans to ensure each patient has the resources, education, and support necessary for optimal follow-up care and outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Patient Care Coordination
Serve as a primary clinical point of contact for neuro oncology patients across the continuum of care
Coordinate care activities among physicians, advanced practice providers, social workers, pharmacists, physical/occupational therapists, and other members of the multi-disciplinary team
Facilitate timely scheduling of diagnostic testing, procedures, consultations, and follow-up appointments
Monitor patient status and proactively identify and address barriers to care
Care Planning
Develop individualized, evidence-based care plans in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team for each patient in the neuro oncology program
Ensure care plans address medical, psychosocial, functional, and educational needs
Review and update care plans as patient conditions change throughout the treatment journey
Patient and Family Education
Provide clear, compassionate education to patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment options, side effect management, and follow-up care expectations
Assess health literacy and tailor educational approaches accordingly
Connect patients and caregivers with appropriate community resources and support services
Clinical Practice
Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and triage of patient concerns
Manage symptom-related calls and patient portal messages, escalating to the appropriate provider when indicated
Administer or coordinate treatments and medications per established protocols and physician orders
Document all clinical activity accurately and in a timely manner within the electronic health record (EHR)
Quality and Program Development
Participate in quality improvement initiatives specific to the neuro oncology population
Contribute to the development and refinement of clinical pathways, protocols, and patient education materials
Engage in departmental meetings, tumor boards, and multi-disciplinary care conferences
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree Broad based knowledge of nursing practices normally acquired through completion of a Bachelors degree in Nursing required
Experience:
- 2+ years pediatric nursing experience, in order to develop a comprehensive understanding of patient care within a defined patient population, and gain knowledge and skill in pediatric nursing procedures and standards required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Analytical skills necessary to resolve complex patient problems, develop standards of care and procedures, and evaluate the quality of nursing care.
- An understanding of CW health care delivery system and the impact of other health care delivery systems on the patient and family.
- Able to operationalize the primary nursing model.
- Mental and sensory abilities to read, process and interpret clinical data.
- Interpersonal and communication skills sufficient to interact effectively with interdisciplinary health team members, other CW departments, and consumers.
- Ability to rotate shifts and/or work flexible hours to meet patient care needs.
- Must be able to walk, stand for long periods, over 80% of the assigned work period, as well as lift and position patients weighing up to 75 pounds.
Licenses and Certifications:
- BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council required
- + one of the following: - N/A
- License RN-Registered Nurse (30) - State of Wisconsin
- License RN-Registered Nurse (IN Compact) - State of Indiana
Patient Care Responsibility
- Provides care appropriate to patient population and as described in applicable policies and procedures.
Required for All Jobs:
- This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be requested in the performance of this job.
- Employment is at-will. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.
Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.
Certifications/Licenses:
+ one of the following: - N/A, BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council, License RN-Registered Nurse (30) - State of Wisconsin, License RN-Registered Nurse (IN Compact) - State of Indiana