RN - Cancer Treatment Center

at  Providence Swedish

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Washington Registered Nurse License upon hire.
• National Provider BLS - American Heart Association upon hire.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Administration within 90 days of hire.
• 1 year Oncology Nursing experience.

• Collects pertinent assessment data that includes present condition, past history, physical, spiritual and psychosocial information utilizing input from patient, significant other, and/or healthcare team members as applicable. Interprets data to identify the patient’s needs and potential problems.
• Develops, reviews, and revises an individualized care plan within the time frame identified in documentation standards. Establishes expected outcomes that are measurable and achievable.
• Evaluates patient’s response to care and initiates independent and/or collaborative changes where appropriate. Documents changes in condition and response to interventions.
• Utilizes nursing process to incorporate teaching into delivery of patient care. Documents teaching and learning.
• Maintains annual clinical and institutional competencies.
• Delivers patient care based on pathophysiology and nursing principles. Performs technical skills with accuracy and efficiency. Establishes and adjusts priorities based on patient acuity and changing clinical situations.
• Recognizes the patient’s age as a relevant factor and applies appropriate decision making skills in the assessment, treatment, and care provided to the patient.
• Communicates effectively with patient, families, physicians and coworkers. Is a patient advocate. Utilizes resources effectively.
• Documents complete and accurate information on all appropriate chart forms and computer applications in a timely manner. Assures appropriate billing of services provided.
• Delegates, effectively utilizing the skill level of the department members, respecting and supporting their input.
• Provides nursing care to patients receiving assessment, treatment, and supportive care for cancer utilizing the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Provides nursing care to patients receiving hydration, infusions, and supportive therapies assessment, treatment, supportive care, and procedures utilizing the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Provides and documents patient and family education recognizing the relevance of the patient’s age, growth, and developmental stage. Participates in the education of professional colleagues.
• Participates in department quality improvement activities.
• Demonstrates support for the Swedish Cancer Institute mission, vision, values, and goals.
• Participates in continuing education of self and other staff members.