Our Vision is to be the best choice for healthcare in our community

 

This Full Time opening is for a Oncology/Chemo Registered Nurse in our Zephyrhills Oncology Department.  The role is responsible for providing specialized Oncology nursing care to patients in an outpatient setting. Experience in a Hematology and Medical Oncology office highly preferred.  Chemo certification preferred..

CHEMO TRAINING PROVIDED!

*Minimum 1 year experience required*

 

Keys to Success in this Role:

• Perform administrative functions
• Provide consultation and information on continuity of care, complex treatment modalities, and additional health and social services available to the patient
• Educate patients and families about cancer diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment options
• Performs complex nursing procedures and prescribed medical treatments
• Demonstrate knowledge of aseptic technique and practice 
• Perform intradermal, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous injections to include administration of diagnostic agents and medications
• Administer chemotherapy doses for accuracy, verification of '5 rights'
• Prepare and mix infusion medications following OSHA and manufacturer package guidelines
• Enter charges for services performed in the Infusion Center
• Perform incidental duties as needed

Job Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Current Active Florida RN license
• Current BLS Certification
• Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Provider Certification preferred
• Strong customer service orientation
• Basic computer proficiency
• Heightened sensitivity to patient’s physical and psychological needs
• Experience in Hematology and Medical Oncology highly preferred
• Registered Nurse w/Oncology & Chemo Certification required 

Physical and Mental Demands:

 

• Physical requirements
• Able to stand and sit for long periods of time
• Use of proper body mechanics
• Manual dexterity
• Normal concentration ability
• High complexity of decision making
• High level verbal and written communication skills
• Above average ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Occupational Exposure:

 

• High risk exposure to bloodborne pathogens and chemical hazards

Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health is a drug-free workplace and maintains a policy in which new hires will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing. This policy is intended to comply with applicable laws regarding drug testing and any privacy rights