Local Pay Rate: $52 / hr

　　The Oncology Registered Nurse evaluates, plans, implementsand documents nursing care for the oncology patient population. The OncologyRegistered Nurse works in hospitals and outpatient care centers where patientsreceive cancer treatments. In hospitalsettings, the Oncology Registered Nurse assists with surgery prep, patienteducation and coordination of their cancer treatments. In outpatient care center settings, theOncology Registered Nurse typically helps with treatments such as chemotherapyand infusions while monitoring patients’ vitals, side effects, and pain.

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

　　Provides specialized oncology nursing care to patients in ahospital or clinic setting

　　Observes and assesses chemotherapy patients' conditions

　　Assures patient safety and stability; reports significantchanges to supervisor or physician; records nursing notes on patient chart

　　Interviews and observes patients medical history and currentcondition; reviews patients’ records; takes vital signs and assesses currentcondition and pain level

　　Administers chemotherapy, blood products, IV fluids andmedications

　　Validates chemotherapy doses for accuracy

　　Identifies patient needs and healthcare problems; developsgoals, service delivery protocols, and nursing plan of care; evaluates patientprogress and modifies care plans as needed

　　Records and reports all information within scope and perfacility protocol

　　Performs assessment of patients; evaluates symptoms and determinesessential care required

　　Prepares patients for physician’s examination, assists inexamination and treatment of patient

　　Educates patients and families about cancer diagnosis, prognosisand treatment options

　　Instructs individual patients and family on follow-up care,toxicity and side effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy

　　Assists in assessment of pain management

　　Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

　　Minimum Requirements:

　　Current RN license in state practicing

　　One (1) year of experience in oncology nursing preferred

　　Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice

　　Participation and completion of Maxim's Competency programwhen applicable

　　Current CPR if applicable

　　TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

　　Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)

　　Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

　　Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site

　　Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements

　　Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required

　　Computer proficiency required

　　Must be at least 18 years of age

　　Benefits

　　At Maxim Healthcare Staffing, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

　　Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

　　Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

　　401(k) savings plan

　　Awards and recognition programs

　　*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

　　About Maxim Healthcare Staffing

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes home healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxim's commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed.

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.