Oncology Nurse Coordinator

Position: Full-Time

Benefit Eligible: Yes

Position Summary

The Oncology Nurse Coordinator provides direct nursing care for hematology/oncology patients, including appropriate supportive care and administration of chemotherapy, blood components, fluid and electrolyte replacements, and other oncology treatments as prescribed.

Comprehensive Benefit Package Includes:

Health Insurance: Co-pay or HSA plan options, 100% paid for Employee

Dental:100% paid for Employee

Vision:100% paid for Employee

$50,000 Group Life Insurance with AD&D; 100% paid for Employee

Long-Term Disability:100% paid for Employee

Flexible Spending Accounts: Medical and Dependent Care

Health Savings Account (HSA): With employer contribution

Supplemental Insurances: Short-Term Disability, Supplemental Life and AD&D, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident

Retirement Plan: 457 plan with Pre-Tax and Roth options

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Assessing patients

Administering cancer treatments

Explaining the treatments and answering questions for patients

Managing the side effects of cancer treatments and helping manage pain

Monitoring vitals of patients

Coordinating patient care with all other providers

Supporting the emotional wellbeing of patients

Providing information on resources for family members

Performing assessment, access, and maintenance of venous access devices

Performing phlebotomy procedures including starting peripheral IVs and drawing blood from midline catheters, peripherally inserted central catheters, and ports

Acting as a resource to other Cancer Clinic nursing staff and participating in the development, maintenance, and implementation of educational initiatives and policies and procedures

Ensures the confidentiality of patients’ medical, personal, and financial records is maintained

Complying with Cherry County Hospital personnel policies

Performing other duties as assigned by supervisor or Hospital Administration

Skills and Abilities Required

Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations

Skilled in providing a safe space for patients undergoing cancer treatments

Strong communication skills to explain treatments to patients and share information with Physicians

Collaborate well with other care providers

Strong understanding of cancer treatments and research to support patients

Knowledgeable of HIPAA regulations

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Work involves considerable exposure to unusual elements

Moderate physical activity, requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds

Standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day

Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.

Minimum Job Requirements

Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Nebraska

Obtain (prior to May 1st, 2024) and maintain oncology certification

Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred

Experience in oncology preferred

Reports to

Specialty Clinic Manager

Work Schedule:

Rotating

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