Head Nurse - Oncology jobs in Missouri
Head Nurse - Oncology directs nursing service activities for assigned oncology patients. Delegates responsibilities to oncology staff nurses; supervises preparation and maintenance of oncology patient clinical records, and writes reports on oncology staff performance and services rendered. Being a Head Nurse - Oncology maintains pre-set inventory standards for solutions, supplies, medicines and equipment, and keeps track of narcotics. Requires a bachelor's degree in nursing. Additionally, Head Nurse - Oncology requires Registered Nurse (RN). Typically reports to a director. The Head Nurse - Oncology manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Head Nurse - Oncology typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Head Nurse - Oncology jobs
Registered Nurse
- The US Oncology Network
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Amsterdam, MO
FULL_TIME
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Overview
Pay Range: $68,000 - $98,468 per year
Are you a healthcare professional who's compassionate and loves a good work-life balance? If your answer is yes, then continue reading!
SCOPE: Under general supervision, provides professional nursing care for patients adhering to national and company standards and guidelines for specialty regulations. Demonstrates knowledge of physiological, psychological, and developmental and age specific differences in the patient population including late adolescence, adulthood, middle age, and the elderly. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to provide for assessment and therapeutic management of patient/family needs. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities *See below for supplementary language regarding Specialty Specific Requirements (e.g. transplant, infusion) as applicable.- Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate and promote the continuity of care consistent with established standards and practices. Assesses health status by interviewing patient regarding current status and medical history. Collects and records nursing assessment and interventions.
- Reviews and reports the results of the health status assessment and physical examination, pertinent laboratory data, radiographic data and psychosocial assessment of assigned patients to the provider. Assesses patient/family needs and provides teaching and other instructional material.
- Provides psychosocial support to patients and families. Maintains patient confidentiality. Prepares and administers therapies under the direction and supervision of a physician.
- Administers all medications/blood products using correct medication/blood product, dosage/amount, route, time and technique. Assures pre-authorization and appropriate consent forms are obtained prior to administration of therapies where applicable. Facilitates dose modification by assessing patient, assessing labs, consulting protocol or treatment plan, calculating dose, and consulting physician regarding dosage modifications, problems and symptom management Performs venipuncture, accesses implanted ports and maintains central lines catheter devices.
- Maintains accurate documentation of assigned patient care and treatments provided. Applies knowledge of reimbursement procedures and charge capture.
- Maintains work environment. Restocks the supply area as needed. Follows OSHA guidelines when handling cytotoxic agents, biohazardous waste and any other material potentially infected with a blood borne pathogen. Maintains all disinfection protocols. Maintains equipment according to quality control standards. Facilitates clinical operations and patient care.
- Manages patient medication refill requests from the pharmacy telephone line and records the information in the patient chart. Assists physician with exams and procedures. Maintains efficient and appropriate patient flow in and out of exam rooms.
- Facilitates and schedules consultations, pre-testing, diagnostic tests or procedures, referrals and future appointments for patients. Triages patient phone calls as needed and documents relevant information in the patient's chart. As necessary, facilitates communication between patient/family and interdisciplinary team and coordinates services related to patient care. Assist patients in locating available community resources.
- Inter professional collaboration. Assist and collaborate with clinical research. Acts as a resource to LPN/LVNs and medical assistants. Provides nursing coverage for the satellite offices as needed. Serves as mentor/preceptor and provides day to day guidance to less experienced nurses.
- Other duties as assigned. Participates in professional development activities and maintains current knowledge of oncology nursing by participating in ongoing educational opportunities.
Minimum Job Qualifications:
Education/Training: Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education, BSN preferred. RN state license and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Must maintain continuing education requirements.
Business Experience: 3-5 years nursing experience including at least one year in oncology preferred. Specialized Knowledge/Skills – Oncology certification preferred
COVID-19 vaccination is required. We will consider accommodations for disability and religious based reasons.
Working Conditions: Environment (Office, warehouse, etc.) – The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. There is a possible exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.
Physical Requirements (Lifting, standing, etc.): The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
What we offer you:- Health, dental, and vision
- PTO Plan with holidays separate
- Weekends off
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Life Insurance
- 10 Days Ago
Nurse Practitioner
- The US Oncology Network
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Pleasant Hill, MO
FULL_TIME
- OverviewANNUAL SALARY (DEPENDING ON SKILLS/EXPERIENCE): $135,000.00 - $165,000.00Epic Care, is a physician-led group and has grown into a dynamic, multi-specialty organization with more than 40 plus p...
- 14 Days Ago
RN Infusion Nurse
- Oncology Hematology Associates, a division of...
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Lebanon, MO
FULL_TIME
- Oncology Hematology Associates in Lebanon, MO is looking for a Registered Nurse to join their team! Training will be in Springfield Office for staffing of Lebanon clinic. Potential travel to Springfie...
- 8 Days Ago
Registered Nurse OCN
- American Oncology Management Company
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Springfield, MO
FULL_TIME
- Location:Springfield OfficePay Range:$25.77 - $47.85Key Performance Areas:Safely and accurately mix and administer chemotherapeutic agents to patients as ordered by Company physicians. Will use ONS st...
- Just Posted
Oncology Account Manager (Missouri)
- AVEO Oncology
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St.Louis, MO
FULL_TIME
- JOB TITLE: Oncology Account Manager (OAM) St. Louis Territory DEPARTMENT: Sales REPORTS TO: Regional Business Director DATE PREPARED: April 16, 2024 JOB SUMMARY: This position provides a unique opport...
- 2 Months Ago
Oncology Account Manager (Missouri)
- AVEO Oncology
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St.Louis, MO
FULL_TIME
- JOB TITLE: Oncology Account Manager (OAM) St. Louis Territory DEPARTMENT: Sales REPORTS TO: Regional Business Director DATE PREPARED: April 16, 2024 JOB SUMMARY: This position provides a unique opport...
- 2 Months Ago
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- Hartford HealthCare
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- Community Health System
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Clinical Nurse Leader-ICU
- Central Carolina Hospital
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Sanford, NC
- Who We Are: People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you ca...
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Clinical Nurse Leader (RN)
- Hartford HealthCare
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Norwich, CT
- Description Job Schedule: Part Time Standard Hours: 36 Job Shift: Shift 3 Shift Details: 7pm - 730am every third weekend...
- 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
Ambulatory Clinical Nurse Leader - Hematology/Oncology
- Rush University
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Chicago, IL
- Job Description Location: Chicago, IL Hospital: RUSH University Medical Center Department: Hematology/Oncology PBC RUMC ...
- 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
Clinical Nurse Leader - Adolescent Psych
- Hartford HealthCare
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Westport, CT
- Description Job Schedule: Part Time Standard Hours: 32 Job Shift: Shift 1 Shift Details: 32 hours per week; Monday -Frid...
- 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
Clinical Nurse Leader, Perioperative / Educator
- Trinity Health Corporation
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Berwyn, IL
- Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Are you working in the OR? Do you love to teach? How about no c...
- 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
Clinical Nurse Lead OR Second Shift
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center
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Lebanon, TN
- Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center: Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of ...
- 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Missouri is landlocked and borders eight different states as does its neighbor, Tennessee. No state in the U.S. touches more than eight. Missouri is bounded by Iowa on the north; by Illinois, Kentucky, and Tennessee across the Mississippi River on the east; on the south by Arkansas; and by Oklahoma, Kansas, and Nebraska (the last across the Missouri River) on the west. Whereas the northern and southern boundaries are straight lines, the Missouri Bootheel protrudes southerly into Arkansas. The two largest rivers are the Mississippi (which defines the eastern boundary of the state) and the Misso...
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Income Estimation for Head Nurse - Oncology jobs
$98,629 to $143,003
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