The US Oncology Network
Infusion RN Sr.- Dallas Medical City
The US Oncology Network, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Overview
Texas Oncology
is looking for a
Full‑time Infusion Registered Nurse Senior (RN)
to join our team! This position will support the
Dallas Medical City
location.
This is a full‑time position with no weekends, call or major holidays.
Typical hours are Mon‑Fri from 8:30 a–5 p.
Texas Oncology
is the largest community oncology provider in the country and has approximately 600+ providers in 220+ sites across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Our founders pioneered community‑based cancer care because they believed in making the best available cancer care accessible to all communities, allowing people to fight cancer at home with the critical support of family and friends nearby. Our mission is still the same today—at Texas Oncology, we use leading‑edge technology and research to deliver high‑quality, high‑touch, evidence‑based cancer care to help our patients achieve “More breakthroughs. More victories.” ® in their fight against cancer. Today,
Texas Oncology
treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer on an annual basis.
Why Work for Us? We offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑term and Long‑term disability coverage, a generous PTO program, a 401(k) plan that comes with a company match, a Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle, and lots of other great perks such as Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Assistance program and discounts on some of your favorite retailers.
Long‑Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) Long‑Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) is an incentive program typically vesting over a three‑year period and tied to both individual performance and the operational success of Texas Oncology. Awards are discretionary and based on your position, performance and potential for future career growth at Texas Oncology. Awards are reviewed and approved during the annual compensation review. LTIP awards are subject to your continued employment through the award payment date, and are governed by the written terms and conditions of the LTIP document.
What Does the Infusion Registered Nurse Senior (RN) Do? Under minimal supervision, the Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care for patients adhering to national and company standards and guidelines for specialty regulations. Demonstrates knowledge of physiological, psychological, and developmental and age‑specific differences in the patient population including late adolescence, adulthood, middle age, and the elderly. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to provide assessment and therapeutic management of patient/family needs. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Responsibilities
Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate and promote continuity of care consistent with established standards and practices.
Assess health status by interviewing patients regarding current status and medical history.
Assess patient/family needs and provide teaching and other instructional material.
Provides psychosocial support to patients and families.
Facilitate clinical operations and patient care.
Manages patient medication refill requests from the pharmacy telephone line and records the information in the patient chart.
Facilitates and schedules consultations, pre‑testing, diagnostic tests or procedures, referrals and future appointments for patients.
Triages patient phone calls as needed and documents relevant information in the patient’s chart.
As necessary, facilitates communication between patient/family and interdisciplinary team and coordinates services related to patient care.
Assist patients in locating available community resources.
Interprofessional collaboration: Acts as a resource to LPN/LVNs and medical assistants.
Qualifications
Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education, BSN preferred.
RN state license and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in the practicing state.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Five years nursing experience.
Working Conditions The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. There is a possible exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.
Physical Requirements Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye‑hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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is looking for a
Full‑time Infusion Registered Nurse Senior (RN)
to join our team! This position will support the
Dallas Medical City
location.
This is a full‑time position with no weekends, call or major holidays.
Typical hours are Mon‑Fri from 8:30 a–5 p.
Texas Oncology
is the largest community oncology provider in the country and has approximately 600+ providers in 220+ sites across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Our founders pioneered community‑based cancer care because they believed in making the best available cancer care accessible to all communities, allowing people to fight cancer at home with the critical support of family and friends nearby. Our mission is still the same today—at Texas Oncology, we use leading‑edge technology and research to deliver high‑quality, high‑touch, evidence‑based cancer care to help our patients achieve “More breakthroughs. More victories.” ® in their fight against cancer. Today,
Texas Oncology
treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer on an annual basis.
Why Work for Us? We offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑term and Long‑term disability coverage, a generous PTO program, a 401(k) plan that comes with a company match, a Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle, and lots of other great perks such as Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Assistance program and discounts on some of your favorite retailers.
Long‑Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) Long‑Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) is an incentive program typically vesting over a three‑year period and tied to both individual performance and the operational success of Texas Oncology. Awards are discretionary and based on your position, performance and potential for future career growth at Texas Oncology. Awards are reviewed and approved during the annual compensation review. LTIP awards are subject to your continued employment through the award payment date, and are governed by the written terms and conditions of the LTIP document.
What Does the Infusion Registered Nurse Senior (RN) Do? Under minimal supervision, the Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care for patients adhering to national and company standards and guidelines for specialty regulations. Demonstrates knowledge of physiological, psychological, and developmental and age‑specific differences in the patient population including late adolescence, adulthood, middle age, and the elderly. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to provide assessment and therapeutic management of patient/family needs. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Responsibilities
Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate and promote continuity of care consistent with established standards and practices.
Assess health status by interviewing patients regarding current status and medical history.
Assess patient/family needs and provide teaching and other instructional material.
Provides psychosocial support to patients and families.
Facilitate clinical operations and patient care.
Manages patient medication refill requests from the pharmacy telephone line and records the information in the patient chart.
Facilitates and schedules consultations, pre‑testing, diagnostic tests or procedures, referrals and future appointments for patients.
Triages patient phone calls as needed and documents relevant information in the patient’s chart.
As necessary, facilitates communication between patient/family and interdisciplinary team and coordinates services related to patient care.
Assist patients in locating available community resources.
Interprofessional collaboration: Acts as a resource to LPN/LVNs and medical assistants.
Qualifications
Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education, BSN preferred.
RN state license and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in the practicing state.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Five years nursing experience.
Working Conditions The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. There is a possible exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.
Physical Requirements Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye‑hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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