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ResponsibilitiesUnder supervision of the Director of Nursing or Medical Director, in this role, you will provide direct nursing care, infusion therapy and documentation to patients in the Community Oncology Practice. Major functions include patient assessment, patient evaluation and preparation and administration of chemotherapeutic agents and other intravenous drugs, patient education and psychosocial support.QualificationsRequired:Possession of current California RN license
Possession of BCLS certification
Possession of ONS Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy certification
Knowledge of the Oncology patient population and practice operations
Knowledge of all aspects of infusion therapy in an oncology setting
Ability to organize, prioritize, and follow through for multiple patient treatments on an ongoing basis
Excellent blood withdrawal and IV skills
Knowledge and skill in Central line Catheters
Experience to accurately screen and triage acute patients
Knowledge to recognize abnormal laboratory values and report to Physicians
Skill in usage of medical diagnostic equipment, as well as working knowledge of instruments and supplies required to perform necessary blood tests and provide infusion therapy
Ability to accept direction from leadership and act promptly
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with patients, peers, physicians and administrators
Skill in listening perceptively, conveying awareness and responding to patients and visitors with health concerns using tact and discretion
Ability to interact diplomatically and sympathetically with patients, their families, and general public in a high volume, clinical setting
Skill in performing with frequent interruptions an/or distractions including the ability to accept equivocal circumstances and respond to changing priorities and deadlines
Ability to maintain equanimity in the face of resistance, indifference, and hostility
Ability to maintain confidentiality and to work wit
Ability to push, pull or carry 30 pounds or more
Strongly Preferred:Possession of OCN certification
Possession of PICC line certification
Possession of a BSN degree
Minimum of two years of acute care/oncology outpatient experience
Knowledge and ability to understand, assume responsibilities, and perform duties associated with moderate complexity laboratory testing, including quality control, calibration, proficiency testing, as well as review and approve test results prior to release
UCLA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.UCLA Health welcomes all individuals, without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or disabilities, and we proudly look to each person’s unique achievements and experiences to further set us apart.
