Radiation Oncology Nurse - Non Exempt

Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC)

United States, Maryland, Baltimore

6701 North Charles Street (Show on map)

April 25, 2024

Radiation Oncology

As Needed

Day 8 Hour Shifts (7:30 am-4:00 pm)

as needed

Req# 42406

I. JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:

Under general supervision and in consultation with the responsible Radiation Oncologist, is responsible for coordinating, managing and communicating the plan of treatment to patients and their families. Specifically, the nurse assists in communications with patients, triages patients and patient issues, performs symptom management and teaches patients regarding their disease process and treatment. In addition, the nurse collaborates with the multi-disciplinary team and utilizes clinical outcomes data to support innovative and cost effective changes to clinical practice.

Education	Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
Experience	At least 3-5 years of diversified, progressive oncology nursing experience in acute care and/or outpatient settings within the cancer care continuum.
Skills	* Ability to assess, triage and document medical information pertinent to the oncology patient * Skill in oral and written communication to address patient/family and staff concerns. * Demonstrated skill in problem solving using available resources in innovative ways. * Interpersonal relationship skills in order to communicate effectively with the oncology care team. * Computer and personal productivity skills to enable effective use of e-mail, the Internet, and word processing packages.
Licensures, Certifications	Current Registered Nurse--State of Maryland OCN Preferred Current CPR Healthcare Provider ONS Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Card or Certificate Preferred
Physical Requirements	Ability to stand and walk at least 90% of work time; lift and position patients up to 50% of work time Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail, often in stressful situations
Working Conditions	Primarily in outpatient setting, close relationships with responsible medical oncologist and the oncology care team
Conditions of Employment	Maintain current licensure and certifications
Standard Precautions	Standard precaution policy and procedures are applicable to this job
Patient Safety	Employee has knowledge and understanding of patient safety as it relates to the job duties N/A
Patient Population	Demonstrates competency in the delivery of care and applies the knowledge to meet age-specific needs
	Not applicable	Neonate / Infant
	Pediatric	Adolescent
	Adult	Geriatric

GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.