Oncology RN - Melanoma Sarcoma Surgical Oncology Clinic

%3Cp style=%22text-align%5C:center;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ERegistered Nurse - Melanoma Sarcoma Surgical Oncology Clinic%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22text-align%5C:center;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu%3ELocation%3C/u%3E%5C: UTSW Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center - Dallas, TX%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EWHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EWith over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and

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for our valued employees. Ranked as the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to %3Ci%3EU.S. News %26amp; World Report%3C/i%3E, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive

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package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you%27ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EJOB SUMMARY%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EPosition works under general supervision to assist the oncology patient, family and care giver to overcome healthcare barriers (including but not limited to social, financial, or physical barriers.) Responsible for conducting on-going assessments of need and facilitate referrals throughout the Oncology continuum of care. Using the nursing process and evidence-based knowledge, the Oncology RN provides education and resources to facilitate informed decision making by the patient and/or family.%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EBENEFITS%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EUT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive

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are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include%5C:%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EPPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPaid Time Off, available day one%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ERetirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPaid Parental Leave Benefit%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EWellness programs%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ETuition Reimbursement%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Ca href=%22http%5C://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/

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!%3C/a%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EEXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3ERequired%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cstrong%3EEducation%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EGraduate of an approved/accredited nursing program either by a governmental authority, nursing board, or by a licensing authority that has jurisdiction over approval/accreditation of nursing programs (Texas BON 217.1) and%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cstrong%3EExperience%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3E1 year Nursing experience%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cstrong%3ELicenses and Certifications%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3ECurrent Texas (or BNE Compact State) nursing license and%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E(BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT Certification course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC)%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EPreferred%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cstrong%3EEducation%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EBSN%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EJOB DUTIES%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EAssesses and documents physiological, psychological sociocultural, and spiritual health status of patient on admission utilizing age-specific considerations for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Performs ongoing assessment of patient%27s physiological health status throughout the care continuum. Communicates relevant health status data to other team members and departments.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EInterprets health status data to anticipate patient%27s family, and physician%27s needs and expectations. Develops appropriate plan of care for patient. Utilizes critical thinking skills in planning and prioritizing oncology-nursing care.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EIdentifies and implements appropriate nursing interventions based on health status data. Completes accurate and timely documentation of these interventions. Collaborates with all members of health care team, sharing information and observations of patient and/or patient%27s family in manner that contributes to optimal patient care.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EEvaluates implemented interventions and modifies care according to evaluation. Documents interventions and modifications to plan of care in accurate and timely manners. Prioritizes oncology nursing interventions per patient%27s health status data, physician orders and guidance, and planned procedures as applicable.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAdheres to appropriate hospital-based clinic policies, procedures, and standards of nursing practice while delivering oncology- nursing care.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EProvides appropriate and timely patient education to patient and/or patient%27s family. Completes accurate and timely documentation of education provided. Demonstrates effective communication with children, adolescents, adults and older adults.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ESupervises, directs, and coordinates patient care assignments of other members of healthcare team. Delegates duties within legal parameters.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPrepares for procedures, as appropriate, by obtaining supplies and equipment in timely manner. Handles and operates instruments, supplies, and equipment and performs safe nursing care in manner that is cost effective and supports the provision of quality care.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EServes as technical subject matter person, resource person, and/or preceptor to nursing staff. Completes written clinical performance evaluation form in timely manners.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ETroubleshoots and resolves issues of counts and errors, patient care, relationships, equipment, supplies, and environment and/or escalates to leadership. Provides and supports efforts to develop and maintain team environment.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EDuties performed may include one or more of the following core functions%5C:%3Cbr%3Ea) Directly interacting with or caring for patients;%3Cbr%3Eb) Directly interacting with or caring for human-subjects research participants;%3Cbr%3Ec) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting patient records (including patient financial records); or%3Cbr%3Ed) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting human-subjects research records.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPerforms other duties as assigned.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp style=%22font-size%5C:9pt;margin-bottom%5C:0pt;margin-top%5C:0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Verdana;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-size%5C:9pt;margin-bottom%5C:0pt;margin-top%5C:0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Verdana;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EKnowledge, Skills and Abilities%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EWork requires ability to complete most assignments with substantial independence.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EWork requires ability to maintain current customer service, nursing, and technical skills by attending training programs and seminars to continue level of competency and ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EWork requires ability to read, write, and perform mathematical calculations.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EWork requires frequent contact with physicians, residents, fellows, allied health personnel, and other medical and/or non-medical office support personnel to coordinate necessary information to provide optimal level of patient care.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EWork requires good verbal and written communication skills. 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