RN, Pediatric Hem/Onc Clinic
RN, Pediatric Hem/Onc Clinic
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Job Description
Department Overview
The nurse in this position will provide comprehensive care to pediatric hematology/oncology patients in an ambulatory setting including administration of chemotherapy blood products and supportive care. The nurse will need to be or become certified to administer chemotherapy through the Association of Pediatric Hematology Oncology Nurses (APHON) curriculum. The RN also will provide infusion therapy for specialty service patients such as gastroenterology and nephrology. In addition the nurse will be assigned to coordinate care for two to three Hematology Oncology providers patient populations.
Function/Duties of Position
Professional accountability enriches the RNs engagement as a leader in promoting an interprofessional culture of collaborative decisionmaking innovation lifelong learning and teamwork. The nurse in this position will provide comprehensive care to pediatric hematology/oncology patients in an ambulatory setting including administration of chemotherapy blood products and supportive care.
The nurse will need to be or become certified to administer chemotherapy through the Association of Pediatric Hematology Oncology Nurses (APHON) curriculum. The RN also will provide infusion therapy for specialty service patients such as gastroenterology and nephrology. In addition the nurse will be assigned to coordinate care for two to three Hematology Oncology providers patient populations.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum two years of pediatric nursing experience with acutely ill patients
- Previous Experience in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology including administration of chemotherapy and blood products
- BSN Graduates: Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from a program accredited by Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) 30 days before start date
- ADN Graduates: Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited program 30 days before the start date
- Associate degree Nurses required to enroll in BSN program within 3 years of hire and complete within 5 years of hire
- Current unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse License
- BLS and PALS at time of hire and must be issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) must not expire during orientation
APHON Pediatric Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation
Additional Details
Length of Orientation Experienced Nurse
- External candidates: OHSU & Nursing New Employee Orientation (NEO) for about a week.
- Either Transition to Practice (TTP) Program Specialty Fellowship/Fellowship Learning Pathway or Orientation experience for 3 days26 weeks depending on the care area. An employment service agreement may apply.
All are welcome
Employment Type
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