Ambulatory RN 2-Hematology/Oncology-Head and Neck (Partial Remote)

Job Title: Ambulatory RN 2-Hematology/Oncology-Head and Neck (Partial Remote)
Department: Hematology/Oncology
Shift: 1st
Specialty: Medical Oncology
Job Number: 2022-0037
Date Posted: 01/20/2022
Position Type: Nursing-Ambulatory/Outpatient

*Job Qualifications:*

Ambulatory RN 2 - Hematology/Oncology - Head and Neck (Partial Remote!)

The Ambulatory RN 2 identifies patterns of patient responses and can use past experiences to implement solutions for current situations. The Ambulatory RN 2 is a competent nurse who has mastered technical skills and utilizes evidence based interventions. The Ambulatory RN2 continues to collaborate with other members of the health care team when the need for assistance is identified. The Head and Neck Cancer RN Coordinator is responsible for coordination of care for the Head and Neck oncology patient population. This includes reviewing new patient medical history and facilitating scheduling with the correct provider and within the time required for the acuity of the condition. This RN will also be available for coordinating incoming patients that require RN assessment and triaging to the appropriate clinicians, escalating clinical issues that require provider input. This RN will also be the primary contact for referring providers, clinicians, and outside hospitals in accepting referrals.
The Head and Neck Cancer RN Coordinator demonstrates clinical triage expertise. This position works collegially within the Rush University Cancer Center and coordinating care between medical oncology, radiation oncology, surgical oncology, nursing and other disciplines. Position Highlights: M-F Work schedule No holidays, No evenings, No Weekends Eligible for growth within the health system through Rush's Clinical Ladder
Position Responsibilities:
Relationships and Caring
Establishes a caring, therapeutic relationship with patients and families through effective communication, acknowledgement of patient/family perceptions of health and illness and mutual goal setting for optimal patient experience and outcomes. Implements a plan of care that incorporates the unique characteristics of patients, families, groups and communities. (cultural, spiritual, intellectual, age educational and psychosocial). Maintains positive, professional relationships with all members of the healthcare team through effective communication, mutual support and respect. Collaborates and communicates consistently and effectively with other disciplines and services to meet the needs of patients/families. Utilizes resources to effectively resolve conflict and improve team relationships in support of a healthy work environment. Coordinates care using the nursing process, multidisciplinary collaboration and coordination of all appropriate health services and community resources across the care continuum. Develops healthy working relationship with direct reports, supervises their work, evaluates their performances and ensures that the framework of the program is executed in their day-to-day practice.
Evidence Based Practice
Utilizes evidence-based ambulatory care nursing interventions during clinical visits, telephone encounters, and electronic communications according to state regulations, regulatory agency standards and organizational policies and procedures.
Communicates current evidence-based strategies, standards of care and protocols with peers. Participates in and contributes to system and clinic based quality initiatives, research, development of care protocols and evidence based activities that improve patient care and outcomes.
Technical Expertise
Demonstrates accountability for implementing policies related to safe and effective administration of medications, the use of medical devices in the delivery of patient care and in the performance of patient procedures. Applies the teaching- learning process to meet the learning and self-management needs of patients and families. Assesses patient safety needs and implements appropriate strategies to minimize risk during clinical visits, telephone encounters and electronic communications.
Critical Thinking
Recognizes changes in patient status and consistently responds effectively to optimize patient outcomes. Recognizes patterns and problems in a specific patient population that require evaluation. Demonstrates the ability to prioritize care for complex patients based on knowledge acquired from previous clinical experiences. Utilizes competent assessment skills to holistically evaluate the physical and psychosocial needs of patients and families throughout the care continuum. Critically analyzes patient cases and effectively adapts the plan of care. Establish regular communication patterns that facilitate the transition of care for patients and families across settings.
Leadership
Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals. Considers factors related to resource utilization when delivering care to patients and families. Supports clinic goals and change initiatives and participates in nursing shared governance. Collaborates with other clinic personnel to ensure task completion to consistently optimize patient outcomes. Provides education to staff and/or students in the clinic.

Position Qualifications Include:
Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure required.
3-5 years nursing experience required, oncology preferred. OCN preferred or within 1 year of hire.
CPR certification must be current. National certification preferred.
Earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher required
All Rush System Ambulatory Clinical Ladder - Registered Nurse Level RN2-Amb transfers to Rush University Medical Center or Rush University Medical Group from other Rush entities must have an earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher prior to the transfer
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Able to problem solve and interact effectively with challenging situations.
Analytical ability is required.
Communication skills are required in order to lead and teach.
Ability to interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
Ability to work effectively as a team member, and to promote positive working relationships, and team building skills.
Work requires the ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift. Work requires lifting or carrying objects 35-40lbs. and lifting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs. The ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimens, images or reports is required.
The ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine images or reports is required.
Strong computer skills, EPIC preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint preferred.
Work conditions include performing procedures where carelessness could result in injury or illness and/or contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.
Disclaimer: The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

Company Highlights:
Ranked among the top academic medical centers in the country, Rush University Medical Center is an outstanding place to enhance your career. Everything we do centers on one goal: improving patient care.
Rush was ranked Best Hospital in Illinois for Nurses in 2017 by Nurse.org.
Ranked among the top 20 best places to work in healthcare by Indeed.
For the fourth consecutive time, all three Rush System hospitals have received an "A" grade for patient safety from the Leapfrog Group.
In U.S. News & World Report's 2017-2018 Best Hospitals issue, Rush ranked among the top 50 hospitals in 8 of 16 categories.
Leading academic medical center, acute care hospital w/ 664 licensed beds.

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