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Registered Nurse, Infusion: GI Oncology Care Neighborhood, 1.0FTE

Seattle Cancer Care Alliance

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Posted:
March 29, 2021
Location:
Seattle, Washington
Type:
Full Time - Experienced
Discipline:
General Nursing

EXCEPTIONAL CANCER CARE, EXCEPTIONAL NURSES


Seattle Cancer Care Alliance brings together the leading research teams and cancer specialists of Fred Hutch, Seattle Children’s, and UW Medicine. This extraordinary group’s sole mission is the pursuit of better, longer, richer lives for our patients. In support of our mission, SCCA is physically growing the clinic footprint and expanding into Care Neighborhoods. The Care Neighborhood puts the patient at the center of our work and brings the care team together to more effectively care for the patient. In preparation for the expansion, the GI Clinic at SCCA will implement the new model of care in two Care Neighborhoods beginning Spring 2020. The clinicians testing this model will be innovators in their field and will work together to create a better patient and staff experience


At Seattle Cancer Care Alliance every patient, every life matters. Our dedicated nurses are a driving force making SCCA a global leader in the prevention, treatment, and cure of cancer. Our nurses rank among leading experts in oncology. Our nurses provide exceptional patient and family-centered care as they coordinate and assist in individualized treatment. They integrate care with support for the research and development of innovative therapies. Embarking with each patient on a journey through cancer treatment and survival, our compassionate nurses walk hand-in-hand with courage and hope with each individual to ensure the best possible patient outcome. 


Our nurses are vital to the journey of cancer care. We invite you to explore our career opportunities and apply online for more information.
 

Benefits include:

  • Relocation - Generous relocation package available
  • Time Off - 10 paid holidays plus 2 personal days, paid vacation, and paid sick time
  • Employee Health Clinic - Onsite employee health clinic services are free for employees enrolled in a Kaiser or Premera Blue Cross plan 
  • Retirement - 403(b) defined contribution plan with a 7% employer contribution after 1 year and 1000 hours of service
  • Bright Horizons Care Advantage  
  • Hutch Kids Child Care Center 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program   
  • Subsidized ORCA card and tax-advantaged transportation options 

Responsibilities

The Infusion Registered Nurse (RN) in the GI Care Neighborhood provides direct and indirect care to GI Oncology patients, including those participating in research. This position serves as the infusing RN during a patient’s treatment visit. The nurse as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide collaborative, patient centered care. This nurse will be responsible for nursing care and assessment, patient and family education, and safe handling of chemotherapy, blood products, and supportive medications. This nurse will build rapport and trust with the patient population and will be expected to communicate and work effectively with other members of the team.

 

Nursing Care and Assessment

  • Demonstrate knowledge of standard treatment and potential side effects of medications administered during the patient’s stay
  • Perform nursing assessment, review relevant lab results, assess pain and other symptoms as needed
  • Assure the safety of patients by following all procedures related to verification of orders when administering medications, including chemotherapy,and blood products
  • Document all nursing care activities accurately and in a timely fashion

 

Safe Handling of Hazardous Drugs

  • Demonstrate an awareness of the potentially hazardous nature of many of the agents administered and uses correct precautions when handling them
  • Follow all procedures regarding safe disposal of any materials used in the administration of chemotherapy or other hazardous agents and blood products

 

Patient and Family Education

  • Provide patient and family education in coordination with treatment and care plan
  • Conduct learning needs assessment for patient and caregiver(s)
  • Ensure patients have clinic contact information and understand when to call if symptoms arise or persist post infusion therapy

 

Communication and Teamwork

  • Communicate or escalate patient symptoms and concerns to team provider as needed
  • Collaborate with the greater GI team to provide effective and efficient patient care
  • Request consultation from social work, dietician, or spiritual care staff when patient's situation indicates
 

Qualifications

Required:

  • Nursing degree
  • Current Washington State nursing license
  • Current BLS AHA Health Provider Card (or equivalent course, such as by the American Red Cross) and renewal required every two years
  • CITI Training – Good Clinical Practice and Human Subjects Research (required within 6 months of hire)
  • ONS Chemotherapy Provider Card (required within 6 months of hire)


Preferred:

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing
  • OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse) or BMT RN
  • ACLS and/or PALS
  • Two years of previous oncology RN experience

Our Commitment to Diversity

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We are committed to cultivating a workplace in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We are an Affirmative Action employer. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply and desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to our Employee Services Center at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.

Internal Number: 18765
About Seattle Cancer Care Alliance
The Seattle Cancer Care Alliance (SCCA), located in Seattle, Washington, is part of a dynamic collaboration among three organizations known nationally and internationally for their patient care and research: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, University of Washington, and Seattle Children's. Over the past 25 years, these institutions have worked together to support their mission of adult and pediatric oncology patient care services, research and education.
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