Job Description

The best thing about this role

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

What You'll Do

The Medical Oncology Nurse provides specialized care to cancer patients by administering treatments, monitoring progress, managing side effects, and offering emotional support. In collaboration with other healthcare professionals the Medical Oncology Nurse helps develop and implement individualized treatment plans.

• Conduct thorough assessments of patients' physical and emotional conditions
• Monitor vital signs, lab results, and other relevant data
• Administer chemotherapy and other cancer treatments as prescribed
• Provide direct patient care, including medication administration, wound care, and other nursing interventions
• Assist with procedures and treatments
• Collaborate with oncologists and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Educate patients and families about their diagnosis, treatment options, and potential side effects
• Advocate for patients' needs and preferences
• Ensure continuity of care throughout the treatment process
• Provide emotional support and guidance to patients and their families
• Help patients understand their treatment plan and manage side effects
• Refer patients and families to appropriate resources and support services
• Address patients' concerns and questions
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records
• Document patient assessments, treatments, and progress
• Participates in educational activity related to job function annually and provides documented evidence of attendance or activity to supervisor
• Communicate effectively with other healthcare professionals
• Participate in research and clinical trials
• Participates in Operational/Regulatory activities
• Contribute to the implementation of nursing protocols and guidelines
• Stay current with the latest advancements in oncology care
• Employee is responsible for completing 12 oncology specific CNE's annually. (36 CNE's are required every 3 years to meet Commission on Cancer guidelines from date of hire.) This will be tracked by the nursing supervisor
• Performs similar or related duties as requested or directed
• Performs other duties as requested and observed by supervisor or manage
  
  

Education

What we need from you

• 2 Year/Associate Degree in Nursing, required
• 4 Year/ Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, preferred
• *** All RN’s hired and do not currently hold a BSN will be expected to demonstrate enrollment in a bachelor’s prepared nursing program within 4 years of hire. BSN must be completed within 10 years. RN’s licensed on or before 12/19/17 are/remain exempt from this requirement
  

Experience

• RN experience, required
• Minimum 1 year Oncology experience, preferred
  
  

Licensure/Certifications

• NYS Licensure as a Registered Nurse, required
• BLS Certification within 30 days from date of hire, required
• ONS Foundations of Oncology Nursing Practice, preferred
• Valid Driver's License, preferred
• OCN Certification, preferred
  
  

Skills

• Analysis & Evaluation
• Clinical Skills
• Multi-Tasking
• Interacting with People
• Technical Skills
• Communication
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects
• Occasional balancing, climbing, crouching, typing/clerical/dexterity, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, stooping
• Frequent grasping, hearing, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, standing, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), walking
• Constant fit testing
  
  

Hazards

• Occasional bodily fluids/bloodborne, chemical
  
  

Working Conditions

• Occasional odors
  
  

Travel

• Occasional Travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis
  
  

Total Rewards

Benefits

Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Retirement benefits including an employer match
• And more!
  
  

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

We are also offering a sign-on bonus for this position! The bonus amounts are based on the position type and are listed below. Additional details and eligibility requirements will be discussed during the interview process. Current employees of Bassett Healthcare Network are not eligible and are encouraged to apply through the internal job board. At the discretion of leadership, this program may terminate or be suspended at any time.

Bonus Amount

• RN (excluding management) sign-on bonuses are awarded in the amount of $20,000 for full time
• LPN sign on bonuses are awarded in the amount of $10,000 for full time
  
  

Eligible Employers

• A.O. Fox Hospital, Bassett Medical Center, Cobleskill Regional Hospital, Little Falls Hospital, O'Connor Hospital, Valley Health Services and Valley Residential Services
  
  

This position is eligible for a sign on bonus up to:

USD $20,000.00

Pay Transparency

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.

Pay Range Minimum

USD $76,452.30/Yr.

Pay Range Maximum

USD $114,678.44/Yr.

We love the difference people bring

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.