RN - Registered Nurse - Breast Oncology Clinic - Stephenson Cancer Center - Part-Time

Ou Health - Oklahoma City, OK

Part-time - Entry Level

Oklahoma City, OK

About the position

The RN - Registered Nurse position at the Breast Oncology Clinic within the Stephenson Cancer Center is a part-time role focused on providing nursing care to patients with a range of health issues, particularly in oncology. The clinic is part of Oklahoma's only National Cancer Institute (NCI) Designated Cancer Center, and the nurse will work alongside a team of oncology specialists and healthcare experts. The role involves direct patient care, documentation, and collaboration with physicians and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibility for an assigned group of patients.
• Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments; notes all changes in physician orders on assigned patients.
• Assists physician in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatment.
• Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients, observes physiological manifestations, and intervenes when necessary.
• Administers medication as prescribed.
• Initiates, regulates, and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products.
• Delivers patient care competently.
• Interacts with family and patient in sharing care plan while in the hospital and at time of discharge.
• Informs patient and family of hospital procedures.
• Makes referrals regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel.
• Delegates tasks to support staff.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing required.
• Current RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact RN License (eNLC).
• Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.
• Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, techniques, and procedures.
• Ability to organize, plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing services and apply nursing techniques.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to respond effectively to cultural and language needs of patients and visitors.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor of Science (or higher) in Nursing Board Approved Program preferred.
• Some computer skills.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off