Registered Nurse - Evaluation and Treatment Center

About City of Hope,
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

Support the hospital’s mission and vision by providing nursing, case management, and disease management services to clients and families. This role involves coordinating and managing individuals’ health needs across the full continuum of care. The Registered Nurse will assess, plan, monitor, implement, and evaluate patient care plans to achieve optimal quality, clinical, and financial outcomes. This includes performing assessments of clinical and life issues for patients.

The successful candidate:

• Must be able to work a rotating FT shift of 7a-7p and 8a-8p.

• Provide disease management, understanding oncology, chemotherapy, and their side effects, and monitor and address symptoms.

• Work with patients and families throughout the continuum of care to explain their disease, treatment plans, and address quality of life issues.

• Document assessments, toxicity screenings, and interventions promptly in the electronic medical record.

• Collaborate with and support the provider team in managing and coordinating patient care.

• Evaluate and assess health issues presented by patients and caregivers, and communicate necessary information to the physician.

• Efficiently triage patient medical issues in person or by telephone, intervening appropriately with orders or consultations.

• Provide professional nursing services in cooperation with other clinical and clerical team members.

• Educate patients and families, ensuring thorough documentation in the electronic medical record.

• Facilitate communication and services between physicians, patients, families, and other healthcare team members, including external agencies, to support the plan of care, including home services and medical equipment.

• Deliver excellent customer service and increase patient satisfaction by resolving variances and ensuring positive outcomes.

• Cover for team members during absences, manage symptom calls, and handle patient calls and appointments.

Qualifications

Your qualifications should include:

• Current Georgia RN license from an accredited college

• BSN required or enrollment within 6 months of hire, with completion within three years

• BLS & ACLS certification required (AHA certificate to be obtained within 30 days of hire)

• Preferred: 1 year of clinical oncology, ER, and/or ICU experience

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, please click here.

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