Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Oncology RN Nurse Navigator for a Radiation Oncology position requiring an active DC RN license and prior oncology or navigator experience.

Details

• Chemo/Radiation Oncology unit within a hospital setting
• Day shift schedule, 5x8 hours, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Primarily cancer patients receiving radiation therapy, reporting Monday through Friday
• Duties include chart preparation, disability forms, pharmacy calls, and telephone triage
• Starts IVs on adult patients
• Charting performed in Cerner

Requirements

• Active DC RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of recent RN experience within the last 7 years
• Must have completed at least 1 previous travel assignment
• Cerner charting experience required
• Experience with port care, central line/implanted line care, and starting IVs required
• Experience managing oncologic emergencies including ATLS, anaphylaxis, extravasation injury, hemorrhage, sepsis, and spinal cord compression required
• Experience with neutropenic precautions and tracheostomy care/management required
• Experience with external radiation therapy (teletherapy) and radiation safety precautions required
• Wound care experience required
• Experience managing symptoms such as altered mental status, constipation/diarrhea, dysphagia, edema, nausea/vomiting, and neuropathy required
• Nurse navigator or nurse coordinator experience preferred
• Oncology and radiation oncology experience preferred

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care including education, skincare/wound care, and assessment of radiation toxicity
• Assess and communicate any concerning signs or symptoms to the attending physician, resident, or emergency services as needed
• Address social needs of patients undergoing radiation treatment
• Flu vaccine required for all employees at this facility
• Local candidates within 60 miles accepted
• Candidates previously employed by this health system must have been separated for at least one year before returning as a traveler