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Highmark Health Collaborative RN Registered Nurse - AHN Cancer Institute - AGH - Full Time in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description :

Job Description

Learn more about the AHN Cancer Institute here:

https://www.ahn.org/locations/hospitals/allegheny-general/specialties/cancer-institute

$15,000 sign-on bonus available for eligible RN's!

*must have 1 year of RN experience

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

This job will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality patient care by managing complex care of treatment and clinic patients. Working closely with healthcare teams, this job will ensure the safe and effective management of oncology patients including the management of treatment related side effects, chemotherapy side effects, and symptom management. This role will provide complex care coordination, as well as providing care and management for non-oncology patients with complex care needs.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Administer intravenous therapies: Execute the safe administration of intravenous therapies following established protocols and guidelines. (40%)

  • Monitor patients during infusion therapy: Assess patients for any adverse reactions or complications, ensuring a secure and monitored environment. (20%)

  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals: Work with physicians and other team members to develop and implement patient care plans, contributing to a collaborative healthcare approach. (10%)

  • Ensure compliance and safety: Adhere to infection control practices and safety standards during all aspects of patient care to maintain a secure healthcare environment. Participate in ongoing professional development to stay abreast of advancements in infusion therapy and healthcare practices. (10%)

  • Educate patients and families: Provide thorough education on infusion therapy procedures, potential side effects, and self-care techniques to enhance patient understanding and engagement. (10%)

  • Maintain accurate patient records: Ensure meticulous record-keeping of infusion details and patient responses to uphold comprehensive patient documentation. (10%)

  • Other duties as assigned or requested.

Q UALIFICATIONS:

Required

  • High School/GED

  • Current PA RN Licensure

  • CPR

Substitutions

  • None

Preferred

  • Bachelor’s degree in nursing / BSN

  • Experience in IV Therapy

  • Experience in Oncology

  • Experience in Chemotherapy administration

  • Experience in Ambulatory care

  • Infusion Therapy Certification

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

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