Novant Health: Registered Nurse Oncology

Company: Novant Health
Location: Thomasville
Posted on: February 24, 2021

Job Description:

OverviewThe Registered Nurse serves as a leader of the healthcare team at Novant Health by establishing an authentic personalized relationship with the patient and their chosen support system, collaborating with physicians and other team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate an individualized plan of care that promotes optimal health or supports a peaceful death. The Registered Nurse utilizes best scientific evidence and compassion to assist the patient in navigating their health journey. The Registered Nurse accepts responsibility, authority, and accountability for management and provision of care in accordance with the current policies and procedures.At Novant Health, one of our core values is diversity and inclusion. By engaging the strengths and talents of each team member, we ensure a strong organization capable of providing remarkable healthcare to our patients, families and communities. Therefore, we invite applicants from all group dynamics to apply to our exciting career opportunities.QualificationsEducation: High School or GED required. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. If your RN nursing license has been inactive, retired or lapsed for five years or more and you have not been licensed in another state during the last five years, successful completion of a Board approved refresher course is required prior to reactivating or reinstating your license. In order to be considered for current licensure status, you must apply for reinstatement within one year of completing the refresher course. Bachelor's Degree preferred.Experience: Minimum of one to two years nursing experience, preferably in an oncology environment required.Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current RN Licensure in appropriate state required. Advanced certifications as required per facility required. Oncology Nursing Certification (OCN) within 30 months of employment with signed OCN education agreement required. Additional Skills Required: Demonstrates awareness of legal issues in all aspects of patient care. Displays excellent verbal and written communication skills. Possesses knowledge of NMG/FMC policies/standards. Demonstrates self-directed learning through completion of any orientation requirements, nursing certification/updates and continuing education programs. Possesses clinical assessment skills relative to the hematology or oncology patient/family. Experience and knowledge of the purpose and use of medications in the treatment of cancer.Additional Skills Preferred: ResponsibilitiesIt is the responsibility of every Novant Health team member to deliver the most remarkable patient experience in every dimension, every time.Our team members are part of an environment that fosters team work, team member engagement and community involvement.The successful team member has a commitment to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of quality care.All Novant Health team members are responsible for fostering a safe patient environment driven by the principles of " First Do No Harm". Associated topics: asn, bsn, ccu, domiciliary, infusion, intensive care, intensive care unit, nurse, nurse rn, unit

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