RN, Infusion Oncology (TMC)

Job Description

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Collaborates with interdisciplinary team in the delivery of patient care, utilizing the nursing process; provides professional nursing care to patients, including conducting nursing assessments, assisting with exams and treatment, patient education, and maintenance of medical records. MHHS hires RNs based on years of experience groupings (i.e. newly licensed RN [working under the supervision of RN clinical preceptor], less than 1 year, 1-3 years, 3 to 10 and 10+).Job Description

The Infusion Oncology department is seeking an experienced RN to join their team! Must have 2 or more years of RN experience in Infusion. Open to ICU, ER, Oncology Clinic experience.

Shifts:

• 4 shifts Mon-Fri, 10hrs shifts, shifts are rotated throughout the week two 0830-1830 per week are required.

Degrees and Certifications:

• BSN preferred, ACLS and BLS required, ONS preferred but if you do not have ONS course is provided and required to pass within first 4 weeks of hire in order to administer chemotherapy and biotherapy agents.

Staffing and Patient Ratio Information:

• 16 infusion chairs/bays, 4 beds, one fast track chair, one triage chair.

• Ratio is 4 patients Infusing for each nurse.

• Staffing consists of 5 chemo nurses, 1 fast track nurses (injections, port flushes, all short appointments), 1 lead nurse for assignments and support during reactions, 1 triage nurses answering calls from symptomatic patients and infusion coordinator.

• When infusing chemo a nurse can have between 8-13 patient/day; Avg chemos are 7/day

• Some of these infusions are non chemo such as hydrations or short antibiotics and therefore have more patients

• Non chemo: blood, IVIG, hydration, iron. Some Research medications (phase 2 and above) medication in-service is provided by pharmacist and patient has research coordinator. Chemo medications include: rituximab, taxol, herceptin, FOLFOX, RCHOP, etc

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing; Bachelor's of Nursing preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

• Current State of Texas license or temporary/compact license to practice professional nursing
• Certified in Basic Life Support
• Additional certifications may be required based on discipline and/or nursing unit requirements

Experience / Knowledge / Skills

• RN I < 1 year
• RN II = 1-3 years
• RN III = 3-10 years
• RN IV = 10+ years
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of “we advance health” through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one Memorial Hermann.

Principal Accountabilities

• Delivers safe and appropriate care to patients, according to the nursing skills inventory and the age and needs of the patient/population served.
• Coordinates the planning for the delivery of nursing care with an interdisciplinary team and administers appropriate clinical decisions in the delivery of patient care.
• Collaborates with, directs, and may delegate to the healthcare team in the attainment of positive outcomes based on data, research, evidence, and professional standards of care.
• Coordinates treatment plans; develops/implements discharge and/or transfer plans.
• Participates in a systemic, interdisciplinary, and ongoing evaluation of programs, process improvement and desired client-centered outcomes.
• Considers the diverse needs of each patient through the entire continuum of care, providing and ensuring the highest level of service according to established service standards, optimizing the patient experience.
• Adheres to all regulatory and Texas Board of Nursing standards.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; may serve as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Other duties as assigned.