RN Adv Level - Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville

Administers, directs, and coordinates patient care in the Hematology/Oncology clinic practice for efficient operation; supports and works closely with the Hematologist/Oncologist in daily practice; performs timely and accurate triage and communication of patient care needs to the Hematologist/Oncologist; assists in the assessment of patients completing appropriate flowsheets and rooming documentation; performs venipunctures, accesses implanted ports and PICCs for blood draws/lab specimens, as well as de-accessing and flushing CVAD's; provides patient education. Performs and documents patient phone calls. Enters charges daily. Works closely with all members of the clinic practice team, radiation oncology team, referral coordinators, schedulers, infusion team and support team; Other duties as assigned.

Work is performed in accordance with Kentucky regulations for Registered Nurses, established hospital standards, patient care services department/unit structure, BHD Medical Group policies and standards, process and outcome standards, regulatory and Cancer Program accreditation requirements, and the philosophy, goals and objectives of the hospital, nursing and education departments.

Associates degree or diploma from an accredited school of nursing. Current Kentucky State Board of Nursing or compact license as Registered Nurse required. BCLS required. OCN preferred and highly recommended within 3 years of hire. EXPERIENCE: Minimum 1 year.

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