Registered Nurse
Virginia Oncology Associates
- Yorktown, VA
- Permanent
- Full-time
Responsibilities:
- Administers chemotherapy, hydration, and other medications under the direction and supervision of a physician
- Assesses and monitors therapy of patients using appropriate technical skills under the direction and supervision of a physician
- Assesses patients for changes in condition, including but not limited to abnormal labs, x-rays, scans and drug reactions. Initiates appropriate action.
- Performs venipuncture, accesses implanted ports and maintains central venous access devices and alternate delivering systems
- Maintains efficient and appropriate patient flow
- Phone triage as assigned
- Documents all elements of care
- Serves as a resource to the Medical Assistants
- Communicates all pertinent information and any interventions to the physician or advanced practice provider
- Assesses patient and family needs
Qualifications:
- Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education required; BSN preferred
- Oncology experience strongly preferred
- Current RN state license required
- Current BCLS certification required
- OCN certification preferred
- Must be willing to travel between offices as needed