Registered Nurse RN Medical Surgical Oncology
Company: Banner Health
Location: Phoenix
Posted on: April 19, 2024
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Job Description:
Primary City/State:Phoenix, ArizonaDepartment Name:
M/S-Oncology-HospWork Shift: NightJob Category:Nursing** $15,000
Sign-on Incentive for a 24 month commitment **Nurses play a
critical role in patient care. They're the smiling faces patients
see when they're sick; they're advocates for the patients and their
families. Truly, they are the heartbeat of a hospital. Banner
Health invests in our nurses by training them to confidently and
safely deliver excellent patient care. Banner Health is committed
to developing the careers of our team members. We care about you,
your nursing career today and your future. Great options and great
opportunities.Banner University Medical Center Phoenix has been
recognized on the Becker's Hospital Review 2023 "Great hospitals in
America" list. These hospitals are renowned for clinical
excellence, patient safety, innovation efforts, research and
education, patient satisfaction and more. - Bring your passion for
Medical, Surgical, Oncology patient care where Oncology Nurses have
fearless commitment and endless compassion. Banner University
Medical Center- Phoenix is located in downtown Phoenix, AZ and is
the hospital of choice for many within our community. - It is known
for achieving the coveted Magnet status from American Nurses
Association and for being a top Academic teaching hospital for
future nurses and physicians. -Banner offers the "Journey of a
Lifetime", as a Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, you will have
the opportunity to participate in our Nursing Clinical Ladder
Program. - You will find that our Oncology unit consists of highly
skilled nurses who are offered training to obtain Chemotherapy
validation. As an Oncology Registered Nurse, you will receive
support for your Oncology Certification. Our commitment to
consistent nursing excellence has enabled us to achieve Magnet TM
designated. Our reputation as an exceptional academic medical
center and research facility provides oncology nurses with the
resources and support to work at the very highest level of their
practice. Our chemotherapy validated nurses are the recognized
experts that we turn to for chemotherapy infusion in other units of
the hospital. -This unit proudly houses our In-Patient Hospice
Program as well as a dedicated Acute Palliative Care service
line.The 30-bed Hematology/Oncology/Palliative Care unit at Banner
University Medical Center provides high acuity patients with the
latest and most innovative treatment options. Staff must complete
specialized training in order to care for these high acuity
patients. We also receive patients from other facilities requiring
a higher level of care we can provide to handle the complex care
needs of these patients. Through strong teamwork we are making
healthcare easier so that life can be better. - -You will also have
the opportunity utilize our self-scheduling tool for shift and
weekend coverage. Enjoy an 18%-night shift differential and a flat
rate $3/hour weekend shift differential. -Often, Med/Surg is
considered a place to begin your career and build your core base of
knowledge. After 1-2 years of high acuity, fast-paced Med/Surg
experience at BUMCP, our nurses are ready for any challenge! - The
Med/Surg Leadership team is committed to the concept of "career
mapping" and support team members in working towards their "dream
job" of ICU, L&D, ED, etc.Your pay and benefits are important
components of your Journey at Banner Health. Banner Health offers a
variety of benefit plans to help you and your family. We provide
health and financial security options so you can focus on being the
best at what you do and enjoying your life.If you are a New
Graduate Nurse with less than 12 months of experience, please visit
the main job search page and use keywords RN New Grad to search for
openings.Should you have any questions, please contact Amanda
Johnson at -or call at 602-747-7978. University Medical Center
Phoenix Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix is a nationally
recognized academic medical center. The world-class hospital is
focused on coordinated clinical care, expanded research activities
and nurturing future generations of highly trained medical
professionals. Our commitment to nursing excellence has enabled us
to achieve Magnet--- recognition by the American Nurses
Credentialing Center. The Phoenix campus, long known for excellent
patient care, has over 730 licensed beds, a number of unique
specialty units and is the new home for medical discoveries, thanks
to our collaboration with the University of Arizona College of
Medicine - Phoenix. Additionally, the campus responsibilities
include fully integrated multi-specialty and sub-specialty clinics,
and with a new $400 million campus investment, a new patient tower
and 2 new clinic buildings will be built.POSITION SUMMARYThis
position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents
nursing care of patients in accordance with organizational policies
and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice
utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and
development. This position is accountable for the quality of
nursing services delivered by self or others who are under their
direction. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment,
and nursing skills necessary to assess data and plan, provide and
evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age of
assigned patients.CORE FUNCTIONS1. Assesses patient physical,
psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental,
cultural and discharge planning needs. Reviews patient history and
physical with patient/family and assures completion within
appropriate timeframe. Reviews available information obtained by
other health care team members. Reviews diagnostics and laboratory
data and reports abnormal results to the physician(s) and other
appropriate caregivers. Completes assessment and reassessments
according to patient need and as outlined in policy.2. Formulates a
plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment
data and patient, family and health team input. Initiates a plan of
care based on patient-specific needs, assessment data and the
medical plan of care. Goals for patient are realistic, measurable
and developed in conjunction with the patient/family. Considers the
physical, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age specific and
educational needs of the patient in the plan of are. Plans care in
collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary team. Reviews
and revises the plan of care to reflect changing patient needs
based on evaluation of the patient's status.3. Implements the plan
of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation and
supervision of the activities of the health care team. Provides
care based on physician orders and the nursing plan of care, in
compliance with policies and procedures, standards of care, and
regulatory agency requirements. Delegates appropriately, and
provides nursing supervision in the provision of care to patients
by other licensed nurses and other personnel. Promotes continuity
of care by accurately and completely communicating to other
caregivers the status of patients for whom care is provided.4.
Evaluates the patient's and family's response to care and teaching,
and revises the plan of care as needed. Evaluates patient progress
towards goals and expected outcomes in collaboration with other
health care team members. Evaluates patient's response and the
effectiveness of patient teaching.5. Documents assessment,
planning, implementation and evaluation in the patient record.
Documentation is legible, timely and in accordance with policy.
Documentation reflects objective/subjective data, nursing
interventions and patient's response to treatment. Notes physician
orders accurately and in a timely manner.6. Provides care based on
the best evidence available and may participate in research
activities within clinical practice. Participates in unit or
facility shared leadership. Interacts and participates in the
education, role development, and orientation of facility personnel,
patients, students, families and visitors. Promotes/supports growth
of others through precepting and mentoring when appropriate.7.
Contributes to society through activities that lead to excellent
patient outcomes through timely, effective, efficient, equitable,
and safe care. Actively participates in the improvement of national
nursing quality indicators and outcomes. Such activities may
include participating in professional organizations.8. In some
roles, this position may supervise staff and work flow of the
department.9.Interacts with all levels of staff in a variety of
departments, physicians, patients, families and external contacts,
such as employees of other health care institutions, community
providers and agencies, concerning the health care of the patient.
Interacts with other health care providers in numerous settings in
order to report and ask for or clarify information. Also works with
clergy to provide spiritual support. Synthesizes and prioritizes
data from multiple sources to provide support for the human
response of the patient and family to changes in health
status.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSMust possess a current, valid RN
license in state of practice, temporary/interim RN license in state
of practice, or compact RN licensure for current state of practice.
BLS certification is required. Additional certification or
continuing education may be required based on area of
practice.Relates throughout the interview process the experience,
training and education needed to perform the job. Experience in the
clinical area for which he or she is applying is desired. Must
maintain clinical performance competencies appropriate to the area
in which they work as demonstrated through annual validations.
Banner Registry and Travel acute care positions require a minimum
of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting.
Experience must include working in an acute care setting within the
past 12 months as a Registered Nurse in the specialty area. Banner
Registry and Travel physician practice positions require a minimum
of one year experience as a Registered Nurse in a physician
practice or an acute care setting. Employees working at Banner
Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral, Banner Home
Care/Hospice or Boswell Skilled Nursing Facility must possess an
Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain
the card for the duration of their employment. Employees working at
Banner MD Anderson on the Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
campus must possess a State of Arizona Department of Public Safety
Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and
maintain the card for the duration of their employment. This is a
requirement of the Whole Family Counseling Program held at this
specific facility. Employees working in the Banner McKee Senior
Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit must possess an Colorado
Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the
card for the duration of their employment.PREFERRED
QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree preferred. Professional
certification preferred.Additional related education and/or
experience preferred.Our organization supports a drug-free work
environment.
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