LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Head and Neck Clinic - Stephenson Cancer Center - Part-Time

Company: OU Health
Location: Oklahoma City
Posted on: May 6, 2024

Job Description:

Position Title:LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Head and Neck Clinic - Stephenson Cancer Center - Part-TimeDepartment:SCC Head and NeckJob Description:New to OU Health? Ask your recruiter about our competitive total rewards package including up to a $5,000 sign-on bonus!Location: Stephenson Cancer CenterShift: Part-Time (24 hours/week) 8- or 10-hour shifts available; Monday-Friday 8a-5pGeneral Description: Under general supervision of a registered nurse, provides nursing care in a hospital based outpatient department to an assigned group of patients with a complex oncology diagnosis.Essential Responsibilities:Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

• Administers medications safely under direction of physician or other medical personnel
• Observes, records, and reports patient's condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians.
• Provide care according to an established nursing plan.
• Collects comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health or situation
• Ensures patient chart entries are made accurately and in a timely manner and forwarding charts as appropriate
• Communicates systematic report to other care providers.
• Assisting in the coordination of care delivery; utilizes resources to promote the continuum of care.
• Employs strategies to promote health in a safe environment.
• Documents progress toward the attainment of outcomes.
• Uses quality and evidence based practice to deliver and improve care.
• Works closely with more experienced clinicians for guidance and supervision.
• Triage telephone calls for referral to other clinical team members
• Infusion/Treatment Depts: demonstrates knowledge and skills in chemotherapy/biotherapy and blood products.
• Radiation Oncology Depts: demonstrates knowledge of radiation therapies and procedures, including side effect and symptom management. Demonstrates ability to triage patients and coordinate with provider to ensure care needs are met
• Demonstrates knowledge and skill in aspects of IV therapy and hydration
• Manages patient care based on knowledge of cancer, cancer treatment, and side effects of such treatment.General Responsibilities:
  • Performs other duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications:Education: Graduation from an approved License Practical Nurse program. Completes Oncology Specific courses and competencies within 1 year of hireExperience: Oncology or previous health care office experience preferredLicense(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Current LPN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact LPN License (eNLC) required. Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
    • Knowledge of professional nursing theories, practices, techniques, and procedures.
    • Ability to organize, coordinate, plan and evaluate nursing needs of assigned patients.
    • Must be knowledgeable about operating room techniques if applying for a surgery position.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skillsCurrent OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login.OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.

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