Oncology Nurse Specialist

3 weeks ago


Janesville, Wisconsin, United States Mercy Health System Full time
Job Summary

As a Registered Nurse in our Oncology department, you will have the opportunity to provide compassionate, culturally sensitive, and holistic nursing care to patients in a clinical setting. You will be part of a team that supports the Mercyhealth nursing mission, practice values, and strategic plan. This role may include variable shifts, weekends, holiday, and/or on-call hours. You will be responsible for performing other duties as assigned, including floating to various units based on identified needs and clinical competency.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize the nursing process and critical thinking in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members in caring for patients.
• Perform assessments, planning, intervention, and evaluation of care.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques, policies, and procedures, standards of care, and state laws/practice act as required by care setting.
• Ensure all documentation is accurate and comprehensive in accordance with the established standards of care for documentation at the system and entity levels.
• Develop, initiate, and execute a patient plan of care according to the patient's individualized needs, as prescribed by the physician and/or hospital policy. Utilize resources available to teach and support patient and family education. Provide education to the appropriate level of understanding.
• Participate in department or unit performance improvement activities, which may include shared governance.
• Utilize clinical expertise and guidance to other units/departments in support of the patient's longitudinal plan of care. Act to resolve systems breakdowns and engage self and others in providing solutions.
• Utilize critical thinking in regards to patient safety and patient experience, manages complex situations, and delegates to other staff appropriately. Escalate to the appropriate chain of command as needed.
• Positively influence the professional and organizational environments and shared governance.
• Engage in personal development and supports system-entity opportunities for continuous learning and growth, including developing or revising evidence-based practice guidelines.
• Support and participate in peer review and peer feedback opportunities.
• Participate in the professional nursing continuum.

Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:
• Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.
• Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system-wide regarding processes and functions.
• Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports, and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.
• Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost-saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

Education and Experience

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program. BSN or upon hire BSN completion agreement for enrollment in an accredited BSN Completion Program. May require specific years of applicable experience to qualify (per department guidelines). If hired prior to 1-1-14 in Winnebago County and prior to 9-1-14 in Rock, Walworth, and McHenry Counties, an ADN only is required.
• Certification and Licensure - Licensed as an RN in the state of practice. Approved BLS certification required within 90 days (Other certification per unit requirements: ACLS, PALS, PEARS, NRP).
• Skills and Abilities - May include color blind test (per department guidelines).
• Special Physical Demands - The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
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