Registered Nurse - Franklin Medical Offices - Oncology - (On-Call)

Kaiser Permanente

May 9

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Junior, Mid & Senior Level
Healthcare
Denver

Requirements

Minimum one (1) year of oncology experience within the previous five years.
Education:
Graduate of board approved RN program and completed a minimum of 750 clock hours of faculty planned clinical experience and guided learning activities which required direct supervision by faculty, associate nursing instructional personnel (ANIP) or preceptor who is physically present or immediately accessible.
High School Diploma OR General Education Diploma (GED) required.
License, Certification, Registration:
Registered Nurse License (Colorado)
Basic Life Support
Additional Requirements:
Demonstrated customer service skills, customer focus abilities and the ability to understand Kaiser Permanente customer needs.
Independent, critical thinking necessary.
Excellent IV and communication skills and function well in a team setting.
Preferred Qualifications:
National Provider Identifier (NPI) and Taxonomy code at time of hire preferred and is required for some specialties.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification preferred and is required for some specialties
Notes:
Minimum one (1) year of oncology experience within the previous five years.
ONS Chemo/Bio Certification.
BLS required,
Travel may be required to meet operational need within the KPCO Denver Boulder Area.

Responsibilities

This position, knows and complies with all Kaiser Permanente quality, safety, and emergency policies and procedures. Demonstrates quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice in every interaction with patients, colleagues, providers, and leadership. Ensures patient safety in the preparation and provisioning of care related to but not limited to medications including the consistent use of 5 rights and 3 checks of medication administration, procedures, infection prevention, fall prevention, including consistent use of two patient identifiers and procedural time outs. Reports safety hazards, accidents and incidents, and unsafe working conditions promptly.
Adopted from Colorado State Nurse Practice Act CRS 12-38-103) Evaluating health status through the collection and assessment of health data CRS 12-38-103 (10). Collects subjective and objective data.
Analyzes reports and records data.
Uses data to identify health care problems and create plan.
Prioritizes patients needs.
Triages patients either in person or via telephone and implements proper course of action in accordance with established protocol/guideline or in consultation with provider. Conducts telephone calls backs to patients requiring follow-up care.
Evaluates emergency situations and initiates appropriate nursing interventions.
Provides health teaching and health counseling to patients and/or their families.
Executes delegated medical functions which delivers aspects of care that implement and are consistent with the medical plan as prescribed by a licensed or otherwise legally authorized physician or person acting under the physicians delegated authority. Administers intravenous therapy and other medications.
Provides therapy and treatment that is supportive and restorative to life and well being either directly to the patient or indirectly through consultation with, delegation to (per Colorado State Board of Nursing rules and regulations for delegation), supervision of, or teaching others. Referring to medical or community agencies per Kaiser Permanente guidelines those patients who need further treatment, evaluation, or assistance. Review and monitor therapy and treatment patient plans. Initiate appropriate consultations and/or actions accordingly.
Facilitates the coordination and integration of care between health care services; manages populations of patients to ensure appropriate utilization of health care resources. Leads health care team by influence and role modeling integrated effective nursing practice, service, innovation and providing outstanding support for physician practices.
Patient advocate.

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of a Registered Nurse in the Oncology department at Franklin Medical Offices?

The primary responsibilities include providing nursing care through health promotion, supportive or restorative care, disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of various medical conditions using specialized knowledge and skills.

What are some of the functions that a Registered Nurse in this role may perform?

A Registered Nurse in this role may perform independent nursing functions as well as delegated medical functions in accordance with accepted practice standards. This can involve initiating and providing nursing care, making assessments, administering treatments, educating patients, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals.

How should a Registered Nurse prioritize member/patient care in the Oncology department?

A Registered Nurse should make members/patients and their needs a primary focus of their actions. They should actively seek information to understand member/patient circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs. Building rapport and cooperative relationships with members/patients is essential, as is responding quickly to meet their needs and resolving any problems that may arise.

What type of knowledge and skills are required for a Registered Nurse working in the Oncology department?

A Registered Nurse in the Oncology department should have specialized knowledge and skills in oncology nursing, including an understanding of cancer treatments, side effects, and supportive care. They should also have strong assessment, critical thinking, communication, and collaborative skills to provide high-quality care to their patients.

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