Slate Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Oncology Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Gillette, Wyoming.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Oncology
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Registered Nurse - Med Surg Oncology -
Position Description:
Working under the direction of the Clinical Care Supervisor and Director Oncology - Physicist, the RN II assesses, plans, implements and collaborates with other departments to ensure excellence in patient and family care, reflective of facility's mission, vision, and values.
The RN will integrate departmental goals for improvement across the care continuum. This position coordinates and delegates unit and patient care activities, as appropriate, to other health care providers.
The RN II Oncology RN practices within the framework of the Wyoming Nurse Practice Act, American Nurses Association professional standards, National Patient Safety Goals, the Oncology Nursing Society, and Infusion Nursing Society Standards of Professional Practice.
Provides professional nursing care to assigned oncology patients.
Records patient histories, performs various diagnostic tests, administers medications including chemotherapy, and develops patient care plans in conjunction with other medical professionals.
Assists oncologists during examinations and procedures, operating and monitoring medical equipment as necessary. Observes patients progress and records observations in patient medical records.
Teaches patients and families about conditions and treatment options.
May require ONS/ONCC certification to deliver chemotherapy.
Requires a valid state RN license.
Provides professional nursing care to assigned patients in an outpatient facility or clinic.
Records patient histories, performs various diagnostic tests, administers medications, and develops patient care plans in conjunction with other medical professionals.
Assists physicians during examinations and procedures, operating and monitoring medical equipment as necessary.
May call in pharmacy refills.
Typically requires a bachelors degree in nursing. Requires a valid state RN license.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS -
Performs patient assessment and documents in patient record.
Develops an age-appropriate plan of care, which addresses physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs, in collaboration with other members of the health care team.
Implements the plan of care, delegates appropriately and ensures documentation of interventions.
Evaluates progress towards desired outcomes, revises plan of care and intervenes, as necessary.
Educates patient and families regarding current health status, plan of care, and anticipated outcomes.
Provides service excellence to all customers.
Maintains professional standards related to clinical practice, staffing, and continuing education.
Practices fiscal responsibility and accountability.
Actively participates in hospital committees, CQI teams, and Quality Improvement Program.
Maintains a clean and safe environment.
May be required to work on other nursing units according to distribution of staff and patients.
Complies with the hospital s Corporate Compliance Program including, but not limited to, the Code of Conduct, laws and regulations, and hospital policies and procedures. Must be free from governmental sanctions involving health care and/or financial practices.
Other duties as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS -
Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Licensure: Wyoming license.
Experience: Experience in medical/surgical nursing preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
The ability to maintain continuing education requirements and all certifications and licenses as required (e.g. ACLS, PALS, CPI, CPR) to maintain professional license.
Licensed professionals must strictly adhere to the ethical code of their respective discipline.
Demonstrates efficient time management and prioritization skills.
Must be able to assess a patients condition, formulate a plan of care, select appropriate interventions, evaluate patient response to care/treatment and to explain/ teach patients about their condition/ recovery.
Ability to handle emergency high-stress situations.
Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously with frequent interruptions and under stressful conditions.
Analytical and reasoning skills with a high level of mental concentration and memory.
Ability to speak clearly to communicate and develop positive interaction with patients, patient families, physicians, and staff to effectively care for the patients.
Computer knowledge including the ability to enter material into electronic record.
Ability to operate fax, computer, and copy machine to perform the duties of the position.
The ability to demonstrate knowledge of developmental stages and apply developmental theories/concepts when planning and implementing care for the appropriate age of the patient.
Ability to maintain the appropriate level of knowledge and skills.
Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skill in the following age groups: Infant (Neonate to Age 1), Pediatric (Age 1-11) Adolescent (12-18), Adult (19-64), Geriatric (Age 65 and older).

Slate Healthcare Job ID #7de35555-bd44-40cb-9351-c391521f1202. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

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