POSITION: STAFF NURSE - ONCOLOGY CLINIC

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks ensuring effective functioning of the area.

• Follows the chain of command in reporting incidents or concerns.

• Prioritizes workload and completes correspondence in a timely manner.

• Ensures safe working environment through strict compliance with Hospital Policy and Procedure regarding safety, infection and security.

• Demonstrates skills in assessment of patient, family’s physical and psychological needs.

• Demonstrates skill in coordination and planning of care and prioritize care based on individual needs. 

• Demonstrates knowledge of and ability to render care and services based on age, appropriateness and developmental needs of patients.

• Performs nursing interventions / procedures in accordance with established standards of care and policy and procedures.

• Identifies and responds to urgent/emergency situations appropriately and directs team members in a calm, proficient manner.

• Provide Nursing Care to patient prior and post procedure.

• Book patient for appointment, procedure, or treatment according to treatment plan.

• Follow up on patient’s diagnostic tests and coordinate with physician for informing patients about their results, treatment, or if a follow up is needed with physician.

• Maintains accurate and thorough documentation as per Hospital Policies and Procedures.

• Maintains competency in use of department specific equipment necessary for the resuscitation of the patient.

• Maintain knowledge and awareness regarding department / service specific policies, procedures and guidelines.

• Demonstrates delivery of safe and appropriate nursing care according to standards of care.

• Maintains a safe environment for patients, co-workers, visitors and others by following hospital policy in reporting of equipment failures, safety and security issues.

• Demonstrates effective communication and good customer service skills when interacting with the interdisciplinary team, patients, families and others.

• Supports the effective functioning of unit routine, i.e.,  preparation of charts (screening); use of electronic record system, update of patient records and preparation in view of day schedule.

• Self-updating regarding internal memos and communication towards changes in clinic.

• Keep consultation rooms stocked and clean prior and after patient has been seen.

• Admits and discharges patients according to established standards.

• Organizes and prepares patient with an outpatient appointment for MRI/CT under Sedation/Analgesia.

• Administer medication, chemotherapy, infusion, blood products (whatever applicable) as per Hospital Policies and Procedures. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3-4 year General Nursing Diploma / Degree

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 4 years nursing care, with at least two years’ experience in Oncology Haematology speciality 
• Previous experience in a Private Healthcare institute is an asset
• Current license to practice nursing
• BCLS certification   

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