Travel Nurse RN - Oncology - $2,439 per week in New York City, NY

Job Title : Clinical Nurse Profession : RN Specialty : Oncology Duration : 13 Weeks Shift : 8 : 00 AM - 6 : 30 PM Hours per Shift : 10 Experience : Minimum 2 years oncology experience License : NYS RN License Certifications : BLS, OCN, Chemotherapy / Immunotherapy Certificate Must-Have : Bachelor of Science in Nursing Description : The Clinical Nurse is a Registered Professional Nurse who provides safe and competent quality care. This care is based on nursing theory and research for a designated group of patients. The nurse delivers patient care by integrating professional practice and nursing processes. Assessment and evaluation of patient care needs are performed while applying critical thinking skills. Relevant assessment and intervention skills are utilized in the delivery of nursing care. Collaboration with the interdisciplinary healthcare team is essential in developing and implementing the plan of care. It is important to prioritize patient care, teaching, rounding, and planning after hospital care. The nurse educates patients and caregivers about their plan of care, promoting health and preventing disease. Effective communication with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary patient care team is crucial. Assignments are managed within a care delivery model and resource allocation is demonstrated effectively. The nurse role models patient-centered care and considers values and preferences in all aspects of care. A therapeutic relationship with patients and families is established and maintained. Evidence-based practices are used to improve understanding of patient perceptions of care. Service recovery is initiated for patients and family members with concerns. Caring, respect, compassion, empathy, and active listening are demonstrated in all interactions. Purposeful Hourly Rounding is conducted to address patient needs. Safe and efficient patient-centered care is practiced and barriers to improvement are identified. Clinical skills and knowledge crucial to quality and safety in the patient population are demonstrated. Involvement in process improvement strategies is expected. Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams on quality improvement projects and nursing research is encouraged. Contributions to quality and safety practices are a responsibility of the nurse. High reliability principles are implemented to ensure a safe environment for patients. Potential safety hazards are escalated following the appropriate protocols. Documentation of nursing practice is critical to supporting quality and performance improvement initiatives. Charge nurse duties may be required, ensuring supplies are utilized appropriately. Patient throughput is facilitated on a shift basis. The nurse contributes to a supportive environment for clinical colleagues and patients. Advancing clinical competence in nursing practice is essential for professional growth. A professional image is presented to colleagues, demonstrating caring and respect. Ethical principles are incorporated into decision-making for patient and family care. A spirit of inquiry, lifelong learning, and innovation is encouraged. Knowledge and skills relative to the nursing role and patient population are continuously acquired. Participation in shared decision-making through relevant committees and unit initiatives is expected.