Registered Nurse, Infusion Oncology

Organization:PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation CADPosition Overview:To provide direct and indirect patient care to clinic patients and their families utilizing the nursing processes of comprehensive patient assessment, development and implementation of nursing care plans and patient education and on-going evaluations. The care delivered will be based on the theoretical principles and scientific knowledge and within scope of the California Nurse Practice Act and The PAMF policy Plan for the Provisions of Nursing Care.Job Description :EDUCATIONOther: Graduated of an accredited school of nursing or equivalent education/experienceCERTIFICATION & LICENSUREBLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare ProviderRN-Registered Nurse of CaliforniaSKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE verbal and written communication skills for frequent and challenging contact with physicians, employees, patients and patient families; requires patience, tack and compassion. math aptitude: calculation of drug doses. basic computer skills to include keyboarding, mouse movement and data entry skills to enter information into practice management and ehr. ability to effectively organize and prioritize tasks. ability to lift and position patients properly using best practices. visual capabilities to observe patients. ability to maintain composure during challenging interpersonal interactions. active listening skills; including interpersonal skills and telephone communication. - ability to sit or stand for long periods at a time. applies moderate mental application and concentration to handle varying procedures and interruptions. must have comprehensive knowledge of pharmacotherapy knowledge of acute and chronic disease and its effects on patients and caregivers. computer skills including microsoft office. interpersonal skills collaborating with physicians, patients, families, care givers, service providers, and health care team. self-starter who can work independently without close supervision and who ensures management staff are kept aware of any issues ability to travel ability to continually multitask. written and verbal communication skills. clear critical thinking and organizational skills. experience coordinating care across disciplines and within the community; ability to coordinate community resources. - experience working with complex medical conditions, chronic diseases across the age spectrum - experience promoting education and patient self determinationOrganizational, interpersonal, written and oral communication skills; ability to work as a team member and take on a leadership role when appropriate; ability to accept, adapt to and evaluate change.License/Certifications:ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support - American Heart Association, BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association, RN-Registered Nurse of California - California Department of Consumer AffairsEducation:Associate of ArtsJob Shift:DaysSchedule:Full TimeShift Hours:8Days of the Week:Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, WednesdayWeekend Requirements:Rotating WeekendsBenefits:YesUnions:YesPosition Status:Non-ExemptWeekly Hours:40Employee Status:RegularNumber of Openings:1This position may regularly work, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drug(s) identified as hazardous, or potentially hazardous, by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) for purposes of USP 800.Sutter Health Affiliates are equal opportunity employers EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state, or federal law, ordinance or regulation. External hires must pass a background check/drug screening. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.