Overview:

It may sound clich??, but it is true. A career taking care of cancer patients is a calling for most all of us. It's much more than a job. Each of us has a unique story that brought us to Compass Oncology, but those stories usually share common themes of care, compassion, and commitment. No matter the role, each Compass team member serves in, the goal is the same: to provide the best care possible for each and every one of our patients. If this sounds like you, please reach out to us. We can't wait to hear your story.

We are looking for an experienced RN to support our Infusion Treatment team. This position will support our Vancouver Cancer Center location in Vancouver, Washington as well as our Rose Quarter Cancer Center in Portland, Oregon. This individual will help guide our patients through their cancer care journey. Utilizing the nursing process, the nurse addresses the acute and chronic needs of the patient with a cancer diagnosis answering clinical questions and gathering information for our providers to inform care delivery decisions. While a current or pending OCN certification is preferred, a nurse with nursing experience, strong assessment skills, and infusion therapy skills will find success in this role.

Employment Type: Full-Time, 40 Hours M-F

Location: Float

24 Hours - Vancouver Cancer Center (Vancouver, Washington)

16 Hours - Rose Quarter Cancer Center (Portland, Oregon)

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:

• 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.
• Maintains efficient and appropriate patient flow.
• Facilitates consultations, pre-testing, diagnostic tests or procedures, referrals and future appointments for patients.
• 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 appropriately.
• 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 licensure.
• Serves as mentor/preceptor and provides day to day guidance to less experienced nurses.
• Participates in professional development activities and maintains current knowledge of oncology nursing by participating in ongoing educational opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Education:

• 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.
• Chemotherapy Immunotherapy provider card, preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

**Must maintain continuing education requirements.

Experience/Training:

• Minimum (3-5) of nursing experience including at least (1) year in oncology preferred.
• Experience with infusion process and protocols preferred.

Specialized Knowledge/Skills:

-Prepares and administers therapies under the direction and supervision of a physician.

-Programs portable infusion pumps for continuous drug delivery and provides instruction to the patient and/or caregiver in the use of the pump at home.

-Demonstrates knowledge of ambulatory infusion pump use and maintenance, cleaning pumps after use, and proper documentation of pump usage.

More About The Company
Compass Oncology team brings together leading cancer experts in the fields of surgical, medical and radiation oncology, pathology and palliative care to provide the most comprehensive cancer care possible and an even more cohesive patient experience. In addition, the majority of our physicians specialize in particular cancer types, bringing a heightened level of expertise to our patients. If you are a dedicated, team-oriented, patient-centered individual looking for an opportunity where you are proud of what you do, work hard, have fun, want to learn and go home at the end of the day knowing you made a difference in the lives of our patients; Compass Oncology is the place for you!

As a member of The US Oncology Network , one of the nation's largest community-based cancer treatment and research networks, Compass Oncology participates in leading-edge clinical trials through US Oncology research, which has helped develop 89 FDA approved cancer therapies. We serve the Portland and Vancouver communities with clinical offices located throughout the metro area.

To learn more about Compass Oncology and its daily mission, please visit our website at https://compassoncology.com/

The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.