Virginia Oncology Associates
Oncology RN - Registered Nurse
Virginia Oncology Associates, Norfolk, Virginia, United States, 23500
Infusion RN - Virginia Oncology Associates
Virginia Oncology Associates, the largest group of medical professionals in Hampton Roads and Northeast North Carolina devoted exclusively to cancer care and blood disorders, has an exciting opportunity for an Infusion RN to support offices located in Norfolk, Virginia.
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Responsibilities
Administers chemotherapy, hydration, and other medications under the direction and supervision of a physician
โมง Addsmooth Assesses and monitors therapy of patients using appropriate technical skills under the direction and supervision of a physician
Assesses patients for changes in condition, including but not limited to abnormal labs, x‑rays, scans and drug reactions; initiates appropriate action
Performs venipuncture, accesses implanted ports and maintains central venous access devices and alternate delivery systems
Maintains efficient and appropriate patient flow
Phone triage as assigned
Documents all elements of care
Serves as a resource to the Medical Assistants
Communicates all pertinent information and any interventions to the physician or advanced practice provider
Assesses patient and family needs
Qualifications
Graduate from an accredited professional nursing education program required; BSN preferred
Oncology experience strongly preferred
Current RN state license required
Current BCLS certification required
OCN certification preferred
Must be willing to travel between offices as needed
Work Environment 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. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to direct contact with patients with potential for exposure to toxic substances, medicinal preparations, and chemotherapeutic agents.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 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: Entry level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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**Please take this quick survey once you've submitted your resume to complete the application process:** Registered Nurse PI Survey Link If you have completed the survey before, even for another position,.Cannot take it again.
Responsibilities
Administers chemotherapy, hydration, and other medications under the direction and supervision of a physician
โมง Addsmooth Assesses and monitors therapy of patients using appropriate technical skills under the direction and supervision of a physician
Assesses patients for changes in condition, including but not limited to abnormal labs, x‑rays, scans and drug reactions; initiates appropriate action
Performs venipuncture, accesses implanted ports and maintains central venous access devices and alternate delivery systems
Maintains efficient and appropriate patient flow
Phone triage as assigned
Documents all elements of care
Serves as a resource to the Medical Assistants
Communicates all pertinent information and any interventions to the physician or advanced practice provider
Assesses patient and family needs
Qualifications
Graduate from an accredited professional nursing education program required; BSN preferred
Oncology experience strongly preferred
Current RN state license required
Current BCLS certification required
OCN certification preferred
Must be willing to travel between offices as needed
Work Environment 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. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to direct contact with patients with potential for exposure to toxic substances, medicinal preparations, and chemotherapeutic agents.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 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: Entry level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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