Oncology RN Patient Educator

apartment St. Joseph's/Candler location_onHilton Head Island, SC

Position Summary The Ambulatory Oncology Nurse Patient Educator role will be utilized to improve the overall quality of care within the Oncology Service Line by providing oncology protocol specific education to patients who are starting a new treatment regimen. This job will help prepare and empower oncology patients and families with the resources and tools that are needed to ensure they are well informed to undergo the treatment plan prescribed by their Oncologist. This role requires collaboration with provider and multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care. This will require a registered nurse with a strong oncology background including infusion experience who is flexible to travel to multiple sites, focused, excellent time management, communication and thorough documentation skills. Thorough review of patient’s chart including medications, allergies, provider note, labs and pathology and knowledge of testing and support medications required for each regimen. This team member will need to understand ASCO/ONS standards of care, NCCN guidelines and QOPI requirements. This team member will have their ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certification and meet CoC requirements. This team member will also be required to be a participant in education committees. This position will also serve to provide backup for Medical Oncology Staff RN and support Medical Assistants and Providers as needed. Education Bachelors Degree in Nursing – Preferred ONS ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certification- Required OCN Certification -Preferred or to be obtained within 6 months of hire date Experience 2+ years of Infusion/Medical Oncology- Required 3-5 years of nursing experience License & Certification 2+ years of Infusion/Medical Oncology- Required 3-5 years of nursing experience Core Job Functions Demonstrates thorough review of patient’s chart including medications, allergies, provider note, labs, pathology and ensures all necessary testing has been ordered per regimen requirements. Communicates effectively with provider about any regimen questions or testing that needs to be ordered. Prioritizes patient education appointments by date, time frame, urgency and pre-treatment requirements. Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members including infusion Resource Coordinator, Pharmacist, Dietician, Social Worker, Oncology Nurse Navigator, Infusion Scheduler and Office Coordinators to ensure comprehensive care. Prepares patient education packet, consent, calendar and support medications for eprescribing. Schedules lab and follow up appointment 1-2 weeks after new treatment has been received. Provides regimen specific education to patient and family and assesses any barriers or social determinants of health. Obtains preferred pharmacy, port placement date if applicable, and ensures all necessary testing and referrals have been scheduled. (Cardiac clearance, dental clearance, etc). Provides patient and family with treatment handouts including shopping list, when to call/contact information, allergic reactions, safe handling of drugs/bodily fluids, sexual concerns including fertility and calendar. Answers all questions with effective communication. Obtains consent. Provides a brief tour of the infusion center. Provides patient with copy of education note (provided on day of treatment by infusion nurse), lab and treatment schedule. Enters 99211 billing code for nursing visit. Communicates with multidisciplinary team and provider after education session about any barriers to care or patient needs. Contacts patient within 72 hours post education session to ensure patient has understanding of treatment plan including support medications, clinic contact numbers and appointment details. Provides support to providers, staff RN and medical assistants in clinic as needed and collaborates with education nurse at alternate campus.

RN

Full-time

Staff Nurse

apartment St. Joseph's/Candler location_onHilton Head Island, SC

Position Summary Utilizing the Nursing Process the Staff Nurse is responsible for assessing patients & identifying nursing diagnosis to plan & implement plan of care and evaluate patient outcome. Collaborates with Multi Disciplinary Team and utilizes critical thinking skills to solve problems, communicate and use reflective judgement. Participant and contributor to unit activities including patient satisfaction, customer satisfaction, regulatory & accreditation compliance. Education Associate Degree in Nursing - Required Experience 1-2 Years Nursing - Required License & Certification Registered Nurse License with State of Practice â€“ Required Core Job Functions Utilize nursing process per the scope and standards for oncology nursing practice Documents all patient related clinical information and assesses patient for special needs and plans appropriate intervention. Comprehensive review of the patient's medical history is performed and documented. Utilizes Teach Back technique to assess understanding of education. Assesses needs for discharge and the best way the patient may be provided instruction. Utilizes appropriate written communication, education packets and/or audio-video instructions. Teach back performed with patients to facilitate patient outcome improvements by increasing knowledge and skills needed to improve healthy behaviors. Elicit information using effective counseling techniques. Identify factors that might affect communication or learning. Maintains up to date knowledge of policies and procedures of Hospital as well as Standards of Practice for specialty area. Will obtain Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy certification within 6 months. Exercise independent judgment in the assessment of patient's needs, and identifies clinical priorities throughout the Infusion Suite. Responds appropriately to resolving issues that impact patient care. Assures fiscal compliance related to patient billing and coding. Correctly bill patients for services and accurately document to support charges. Competes mandatory educational requirements in a timely manner. Assists Outpatient Infusion Manager, Professional Development Coordinator/Educators in planning and presenting unit-based in-services. Completes annual competencies for Infusion administration and Nursing. Responds to patient requests and proactively addresses patient needs using a multi and interdisciplinary approach. Works with the unit team to address patient satisfaction scores and works with unit leadership to develop and implement action plans.

RN

Full-time

Registered Nurse Nights

apartment Vi Living location_onHilton Head Island, SC

Overview Vi is recognized as a Great Place to Work and one of Glassdoor's 100 Best Companies to work for. Learn from the best and accelerate your career with Vi. What We Offer: Competitive pay Exceptional benefits Generous Paid Time Off - start accruing on day one 401k with company match Paid maternity and paternity benefits Award-winning training and development Tuition Reimbursement Luxury work environment Meaningful and rewarding work TidePointe, a Vi Community, is located at 700 TidePointe Way, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 Responsibilities Registered Nurse - RN As an RN you will be responsible for providing superior care to assigned residents, to include assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, evaluation of administered treatments and quality assurance / performance improvement activities. This essential role also involves the supervision of several talented staff members as well as establishing relationships with the resident, family and other members of the health care team. Qualifications Qualified applicants are required to be graduates from an accredited school of nursing. Bachelor's degree is preferred. Current State Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state where practicing is required. Has a working knowledge of long-term care. Current CPR certification as approved by American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required. Current First Aid certification is required or must be willing and able to become First Aid certified. Minimum 6 months of experience working as a Registered Nurse is preferred. Experience or continuing education in the care of elderly is preferred. All applicants must maintain a courteous and professional manner through interactions with others. Use a resident and customer-focused approach to problem-solving and goal-setting. Basic computer skills and/or willingness to learn. The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting. Pay Range USD $34.10 - USD $42.62 /Hr.

RN

Part-time

Registered Nurse - PRN

apartment Vi Living location_onHilton Head Island, SC

Overview Schedule & Shift Expectations: - On-Call position -12-hour shifts available on Days or Nights - Must be available to pick up some shifts on short notice Compensation: On-Call Bate Rate: $46.00/ hour Shift Differentials: - Weekend - Days: + $5.00/ hour - Night Shift: + $3.50 / hour - Weekend - Nights: + $5.50/ hour - Weekend Night Shifts: Night + Weekend differentials combine for an additional + $9.00/ hour Vi is recognized as a Great Place to Work and one of Glassdoor's 100 Best Companies to work for. Learn from the best and accelerate your career with Vi. What We Offer: Competitive pay Exceptional benefits Generous Paid Time Off - start accruing on day one 401k with company match Paid maternity and paternity benefits Award-winning training and development Tuition Reimbursement Luxury work environment Meaningful and rewarding work TidePointe, a Vi Community, is located at 700 TidePointe Way, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 Responsibilities Registered Nurse - RN As an RN you will be responsible for providing superior care to assigned residents, to include assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, evaluation of administered treatments and quality assurance / performance improvement activities. This essential role also involves the supervision of several talented staff members as well as establishing relationships with the resident, family and other members of the health care team. Qualifications Qualified applicants are required to be graduates from an accredited school of nursing. Bachelor's degree is preferred. Current State Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state where practicing is required. Has a working knowledge of long-term care. Current CPR certification as approved by American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required. Current First Aid certification is required or must be willing and able to become First Aid certified. Minimum 6 months of experience working as a Registered Nurse is preferred. Experience or continuing education in the care of elderly is preferred. All applicants must maintain a courteous and professional manner through interactions with others. Use a resident and customer-focused approach to problem-solving and goal-setting. Basic computer skills and/or willingness to learn. The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting. Pay Range USD $33.27 - USD $41.58 /Hr.

Oncology RN Patient Educator

apartment St. Joseph's/Candler location_onBluffton, SC

Position Summary The Ambulatory Oncology Nurse Patient Educator role will be utilized to improve the overall quality of care within the Oncology Service Line by providing oncology protocol specific education to patients who are starting a new treatment regimen. This job will help prepare and empower oncology patients and families with the resources and tools that are needed to ensure they are well informed to undergo the treatment plan prescribed by their Oncologist. This role requires collaboration with provider and multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care. This will require a registered nurse with a strong oncology background including infusion experience who is flexible to travel to multiple sites, focused, excellent time management, communication and thorough documentation skills. Thorough review of patient’s chart including medications, allergies, provider note, labs and pathology and knowledge of testing and support medications required for each regimen. This team member will need to understand ASCO/ONS standards of care, NCCN guidelines and QOPI requirements. This team member will have their ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certification and meet CoC requirements. This team member will also be required to be a participant in education committees. This position will also serve to provide backup for Medical Oncology Staff RN and support Medical Assistants and Providers as needed. Education Bachelors Degree in Nursing – Preferred ONS ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certification- Required OCN Certification -Preferred or to be obtained within 6 months of hire date Experience 2+ years of Infusion/Medical Oncology- Required 3-5 years of nursing experience License & Certification 2+ years of Infusion/Medical Oncology- Required 3-5 years of nursing experience Core Job Functions Demonstrates thorough review of patient’s chart including medications, allergies, provider note, labs, pathology and ensures all necessary testing has been ordered per regimen requirements. Communicates effectively with provider about any regimen questions or testing that needs to be ordered. Prioritizes patient education appointments by date, time frame, urgency and pre-treatment requirements. Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members including infusion Resource Coordinator, Pharmacist, Dietician, Social Worker, Oncology Nurse Navigator, Infusion Scheduler and Office Coordinators to ensure comprehensive care. Prepares patient education packet, consent, calendar and support medications for eprescribing. Schedules lab and follow up appointment 1-2 weeks after new treatment has been received. Provides regimen specific education to patient and family and assesses any barriers or social determinants of health. Obtains preferred pharmacy, port placement date if applicable, and ensures all necessary testing and referrals have been scheduled. (Cardiac clearance, dental clearance, etc). Provides patient and family with treatment handouts including shopping list, when to call/contact information, allergic reactions, safe handling of drugs/bodily fluids, sexual concerns including fertility and calendar. Answers all questions with effective communication. Obtains consent. Provides a brief tour of the infusion center. Provides patient with copy of education note (provided on day of treatment by infusion nurse), lab and treatment schedule. Enters 99211 billing code for nursing visit. Communicates with multidisciplinary team and provider after education session about any barriers to care or patient needs. Contacts patient within 72 hours post education session to ensure patient has understanding of treatment plan including support medications, clinic contact numbers and appointment details. Provides support to providers, staff RN and medical assistants in clinic as needed and collaborates with education nurse at alternate campus.

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