Oncology Registered Nurse (RN)

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.
MercyOne Central Iowa sets the standard for personalized and radically convenient care in the Des Moines metro area and surrounding counties. MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1893, is the longest continually operating hospital in Des Moines and Iowa’s largest medical center, with 802 beds available. The hospital is one of the Midwest’s largest referral centers.
With more than 7,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 1,500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest employers.

MercyOne Richard Deming Cancer Center Radiation Oncology
MercyOne Richard Deming Cancer Center: Radiation Oncology is an integral part of the MercyOne Richard Deming Cancer Center and has long been recognized as a leader in radiation therapy and cancer care in Iowa.

With a complement of board-certified physicians, a multidisciplinary staff of physicists, dosimetrists, therapists and nurses and multiple treatment systems, Radiation Oncology continues to set the standard for radiation therapy in the greater Des Moines area and Iowa.

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Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Oncology RN for our MercyOne Richard Deming Cancer Center Radiation Oncology

As a Oncology RN at MercyOne, you will apply professional nursing care and skills in outpatient setting.  The nurse provides patient care activities to inpatients and outpatients of diverse ages as assigned- young adults to geriatrics. Must be able to accommodate working at both the main campus office and West Lakes office as needed and on a rotating basis

Schedule:

• Full time 40 hours a week
• M-F 8a-4:30p
• No Weekends no Holidays

General Requirements:

• Applies professional nursing skills in the provision of the treatment of ill and injured patients utilizing the four aspects of the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Demonstrates ability to recognize and assess emergency needs of patients and initiate therapeutic procedures as needed within their scope of practice.
• Acts to facilitate interdisciplinary communication.  Utilizes other members of the health care team in assessing the patient and analyzes patient data.  Assesses learning needs of the patient and significant others.  Gives accurate and complete information to patient and family.
• Coordination of care may include but not limited to:              
• Dieticians
• Endoscopy
• Dental offices for dental extractions prior to therapy
• Home Care
• Hospice
• Palliative Care
• Pain Center
• Oncology Nurse Navigators
• VA and other health care centers
• American Cancer Society: travel services, accommodations, financial support, assist devices, etc.
• Medical/Surgical Oncology physicians
• Inpatient nursing units
• Counseling services – inpatient and outpatient
• Evaluates patient and family understanding of treatment plan and/or instructions
• Radiation treatment planning, delivery, follow up care
• Tube feeding management and ongoing education, support for home management of parenteral nutrition and site care.
• Medication management as prescribed
• Assists with a variety of procedures and exams.
• Endoscopic nasopharyngeal exams
• High-dose radiation therapy GYN procedures
• High-dose radiation therapy breast Mammosite/SAVI treatments
• IV power port blood draws
• Peripheral blood draws
• Foley catheter placement
• Tracheostomy management
• IV pump management
• Provides patient/family or caregiver education and counseling in recognition and solution of physical, emotional, and environmental health problems. Including but not limited to side effects of radiation therapy:
• Hypovolemia
• Skin care- radiation dermatitis
• Lymphoedema
• Mucositis
• Pain management – mild to severe-
• GI/GU system side effects
• Medication management /patient education
• Emotional support
• Maintains appropriate aseptic technique for preparation, procedures and medications administered.
• Dressing changes
• Wound drainage devices
• Assists patient with ambulation, elimination needs (toilet, urinal, bed pan) and undressing/ dressing protecting patients from injury/falls.
• Responsible for following instrument and equipment maintenance protocols.
• Reprocessing of HDR and LDR instrumentation
• Reprocessing of instrumentation
• Utilizes hospital information system to process data and retrieve patient information.
• Proficient in accessing and utilization of hospital patient information databases:
• PACS
• IDX reports
• Works independently with limited direct supervision using MercyOne Medical Center policies, nursing standards, and professional judgment.
• Maintains knowledge of equipment set-up, maintenance, and use (i.e., IV pumps, monitoring equipment, and drainage devices).
• Maintains confidentiality regarding all patient/personnel information.
• Must be a self-starter and able to work independently and make appropriate decisions within clinic guidelines.
• Accurately documents assessment and results in patient record.
• Proficient and accurate documentation in MOSAIQ and EPIC
• Management and documentation of patient and/or family written records upon request:
• FMLA forms
• Disability forms ­­­­­­­­­­­
• Reports test results and pertinent information to patients and health care team members. Includes but not limited to:

• Physicians on an ongoing basis throughout the day
• Radiation therapists
• Nursing team

• Utilizes professional and tactful communications at all times with all team members
• Maintains inventory and stocking of supplies.
• Participates in staff development activities and orientation as requested.
• Promotes a teamwork atmosphere.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Education:

• Possession of a current license as a RN issued by the State of Iowa.
• Minimum of three years acute care experience.
• Demonstrated ability to perform basic nursing skills in an outpatient setting.

• Knowledge of principles of anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, and disease processes.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire. Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

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Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.