RN – Dual License
RN - Dual License - Oncology (4 positions)
The RN participates as a member of the health care team in delivering quality health care to patients, which supports Kaiser Permanente's mission, vision and values. The RN provides a variety of nursing services both in person and by phone utilizing the nursing process and leadership skills to address acute and chronic needs of Health Plan members and other patients of the Kaiser Permanente Health Care Program. He/she works under the general direction of the designated supervisor. Essential Functions: - Demonstrates personal commitment to service and to socially relevant practice. - Demonstrates ethical and legal behavior in all professional activities. - Utilizes a critical thinking approach to problem solve and make decisions. - Understands and provides competent care to a diverse population. - Practices health care team building and leadership skills. - Participates in population-based care activities. - Demonstrates technological literacy in using computerized information systems. - Participates in ongoing continuing education activities and shares knowledge with other health care team members. Clinical Competencies - Provides evidence-based, clinically competent nursing care in a culturally sensitive manner. - Applies effective oral and written communication skills in interacting with patients, families and members of the health care team. This includes effective negotiation and conflict management skills. Organizational Competencies - Recognizes the impact of systems on health care delivery. - Acts as an advocate for individuals and groups with unmet health needs. - Applies the knowledge and tools of continuous improvement in clinical practice and the delivery of health care. Additional Accountabilities: - Completes and maintains ongoing competency for assisting MDs with procedures performed in the Oncology department according to department standards including set-up, occasional procedure assisting, clean-up and post-procedural care of patient within 30 days of hire and thereafter - Accurately prepares patients for pre and post Oncology procedures (abdominal paracentesis/thoracentesis), and/or BM biopsy, including positioning, draping (if required), and skin prep, if directed by provider, within 30 days of hire and thereafter Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum 2 years experience in acute care or ambulatory care/clinic setting within the last 5 years - High school diploma or GED. Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing - Current RN license in Oregon and Washington. Requires Oregon or Washington license at time of hire. Licenses in both states are required within 6 months of hire - Current BLS w/AED certification - Able to type 20 words per minute - Demonstrates accurate understanding of clinic and/or infusion room scheduling within 30 days of hire and thereafter - Demonstrates ability to complete required documentation in EMR for Assessments, infusions, treatments, encounters, and coding within 30 days of hire - Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of Oncology pathophysiology and principles of epidemiology, within a multicultural context, in administering cancer care - Demonstrates proper sterile technique according to KP standards for specific procedures within 30 days of hire and thereafter - Demonstrates proper handling of biopsy specimens as necessary (while this is normally the lab tech's task, all staff should be familiar enough to assist when needed) - Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of HAMP (High Alert Medication Program) and consistently uses process - Demonstrates ability to recognize and respond to adverse reactions during chemotherapy administration at time of hire and thereafter - Demonstrates proper technique for venipuncture, lab draws and labeling, Groshong and Groshong PICC, Port-a-cath access and care, exchanges, use of CADD Pumps and infusors, and use of administration sets and IV equipment within 30 days of hire and thereafter - Demonstrates understanding and correct administration of drug sequence - Demonstrates correct technique for Piggy-backs and Pushes - Demonstrates knowledge of blood transfusion and blood product infusion policies and procedures - Demonstrates correct administration of IVIG, DDAVP, and Iron - Demonstrates correct use of infusion pumps, portable 02 tanks, pulse oximeter, and infusion recliner chairs - Demonstrates clinical nursing and leadership skills. - Demonstrates effective interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills - Willingness to learn computerized information systems - Demonstrates ability to work within teams and within a dynamic work environment - Customer focused Preferred Qualifications: - Current or future bachelor's degree in nursing or related field - Previous experience with population care/case management, triage and advice - Previous Ambulatory Nursing Experience - Experience in Oncology Specialty - Certification in Chemotherapy Administration - ACLS Salary Range: $32.45 - $46.67