RN Oncology Clinic - Kettering - Oncology Support - Pt/Days

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it's by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.

Campus Overview

Kettering Health Main Campus

• Kettering Health Main Campus, formerly Kettering Medical Center, is the flagship hospital of Kettering Health and has been serving Kettering, Ohio and the Greater Dayton area since 1964.

• The facility includes the Benjamin and Marian Schuster Heart Hospital, maternity service with a level III neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), and level II Emergency Care.

• In 2020, KH Main Campus received an "A" from the Leapfrog Group, a national patient safety watchdog, ranking among the safest hospitals in the United States.

• Received 4 Star Baby-Friendly Hospital status by the Ohio Hospital Association.

• Awarded as one of the 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals by IBM Watson Health in 2020.

• Kettering received the Outstanding Patient Experience Award by Healthgrades (2017-2019).

• Accredited by the American College of Emergency Physicians as a Level 3 Geriatric Emergency Department.

• 465-bed hospital (includes newborn beds)

Responsibilities & Requirements

The Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process in providing nursing care to patients in all settings in collaboration with other health care providers. The RN is accountable for his/her own professional development and practice within the scope of care defined by law. Utilizing organizational resources, the RN acts as a patient advocate for the delivery of safe care including delegation of care and participation in performance and practice improvement activities. The delivery of nursing care within Kettering Health reflects the missions, vision, values, and philosophies of the organization and nursing departments.

The Registered Nurse reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager or Clinical Coordinator through the department manager if no Clinical Nurse Manager.

The Oncology RN provides quality nursing care to patients experiencing hematological/oncological treatments and disease management including knowledge and skills to provide cancer care treatments safely and effectively. Possesses and develops understanding of the oncologic process and oncologic emergencies. Knowledgeable to instruct patients and their support persons about disease, symptom management and treatment as well as advocate for their needs.

Minimum Work ExperienceOncology experience preferred. RNs or new graduates without oncology experience will require Oncology Nurse Residency Program.

Required Licenses[Ohio, United States] Registered NurseLicensed in the state of Ohio as a Registered NurseSuccessful completion of a Chemotherapy/Biotherapy administration course if working in an infusion center by the end of orientation or prior to hire.OCN certification preferredBLS certification

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in nursing is preferred (must be completed within 5 years of hire)

• Knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures

• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care

• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment

• Skills in assisting in a variety of treatments and procedures

• Skill in maintaining and supervising records and recording test results

Telephone Triage Position for Oncology Service Line.