ECHN Oncology RN - 8k sign-on bonus

Position Summary:

• Utilize the nursing process to provide high-quality direct and indirect patient care
• Coordinate patient care by collaborating with the interdisciplinary team, patients, and families
• Communicate the patient clinical condition, responding quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment
• Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care
• Promote the profession of nursing and professional practice through collegial support and interactions

Education/Certification:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing with a current Registered Nurse license in the State of Connecticut
• Must have certification in Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) upon hire

Experience:

• Previous surgical or labor and delivery experience, specifically assisting with C-sections, required

Competencies:

• Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Possess basic computer skills

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform population-specific comprehensive assessments and re-assessments of the patient condition and care needs, including psychosocial, physical, educational, and cultural aspects
• Collaborate with the surgical team to define, implement, and evaluate an individualized plan of care for each surgical patient
• Follow the five medication rights and reduce the potential for medication errors
• Demonstrate knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on the age of the patient and their clinical condition
• Perform all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and promotes positive patient outcomes
• Document the nursing process and responses to care in a timely manner using appropriate tools
• Demonstrate flexibility, organization, and the ability to function under stressful situations
• Utilize critical thinking skills and sound judgment in priority setting and delegation
• Demonstrate autonomous practice consistent with evidence-based standards
• Pursue personal and professional growth and development
• Serve as a professional role model and mentor
• Provide an accurate and pertinent report of the patient condition for safe transfer of care
• Prepare room in a timely manner with all anticipated instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment for each surgical procedure
• Demonstrate knowledge of and assure maintenance of aseptic technique throughout the surgical procedure
• Communicate with the surgeon in accounting for all sponges, needles, and instruments; report discrepancies immediately to the surgeon and Team Leader
• Appropriately document all counts, records, handle, label, and process specimens
• Demonstrate ability to effectively function in the scrub role