Head Nurse - Oncology jobs in Fayetteville, AR
Head Nurse - Oncology directs nursing service activities for assigned oncology patients. Delegates responsibilities to oncology staff nurses; supervises preparation and maintenance of oncology patient clinical records, and writes reports on oncology staff performance and services rendered. Being a Head Nurse - Oncology maintains pre-set inventory standards for solutions, supplies, medicines and equipment, and keeps track of narcotics. Requires a bachelor's degree in nursing. Additionally, Head Nurse - Oncology requires Registered Nurse (RN). Typically reports to a director. The Head Nurse - Oncology manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Head Nurse - Oncology typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Head Nurse - Oncology jobs
Infusion Nurse
- Highlands Oncology Group
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Springdale, AR
FULL_TIME
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Highlands Oncology Group is dedicated to providing the highest quality of innovative care delivered with compassion and precision. It is through the efforts of our amazing, diverse, and inclusive team of nearly 700 employees that we are able to achieve that goal. Join a team that is honored to be part of this journey with our patients as we all battle against cancer.
As an Infusion Nurse you are expected to provide continuity of care to medical oncology patients, while practicing within the professional boundaries established by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing.We have locations in Fayetteville, Springdale, Rogers, and Mountain Home. Highlands offers a full and competitive benefits and compensation package.
QUALITICATIONS:
Graduate of accredited school of nursing
Possess a valid and current Arkansas state license
Successful completion of BLS required
Successful completion of ACLS required except for Shot, Refill, and Triage Nurses
Basic cardiac rhythm identification required for APP Acute Care Nurse and Procedure Nurses
ONS Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy certification required within 4 months of employment, then every two-year renewal for Infusion Nurses
Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) encouraged
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
Including, but is not limited to the following:
Will have extensive knowledge of chemotherapy, biotherapy, and immunotherapy, which includes administration details, side effects, and is able to instruct/educate patients and families in these areas.
Will provide infusion services to oncology patients, as well as to patients referred from gastroenterology, immunology, neurology, rheumatology, and other disciplines.
Performs an assessment of all assigned patients, prior to therapy as well as an ongoing assessment during treatment.
Ability to make independent nursing judgments, which includes triaging patient issues, symptom management, and emergency management. Will take appropriate action, while collaborating with the physician or APP as needed
Is knowledgeable about venous access devices
Is knowledgeable about lab results and diagnostic findings and can educate patients when needed.
Chemo Research Nurses will receive initial and ongoing training from the Research Department and study sponsors.
Procedure Nurses will assist with procedures such as bone marrow biopsies, paracentesis, thoracentesis, and lumbar puncture and will monitor patients before, during, and after the procedure. Must be able to identify basic cardiac rhythms.
Theranostic Nurses will receive specialized training in the administration and safety of radiopharmaceuticals.
Triage Nurses will be skilled in telephone triage
Is competent in the use of the EMR and patient documentation
Coordinate patient care activities with Social Worker and other departments
Can communicate and delegate tasks to other members of the healthcare team in an appropriate and professional manner
Provide and maintain patient confidentiality, and maintain confidentiality regarding clinic matters
Acts with skill during stressful or in emergency situations
Will keep all licenses and certifications, and required qualifications current
Maintain continuing education hours as needed to maintain licensure
Demonstrate ongoing professional growth through participation in relevant education endeavors and appropriate associations such as the Oncology Nursing Society
Adheres to clinic standards, policies, and procedures, as well as being cost effective
Maintains high standard of professional performance, behavior, and appearance. As well as functions as a professional role model to co-workers and students.
Maintains responsibility for own professional development through active participation in inservices and/or continuing education programs
Attends bi-monthly nursing meetings, or reads the minutes when unable to attend
This position requires the employee to possess a combination of nursing skills, physical endurance, mental alertness, and knowledge, as well as the ability to get along with others.
Other related duties as assigned.
Oncology Nurse positions include, but are not limited to:
APP Acute Care Nurse
Chemo Research Nurse
Infusion Coordinator
Preceptor
Procedure Nurse
Shot Nurse
Refill Nurse
Theranostics Nurse
Triage Nurse
- 1 Month Ago
Infusion Nurse
- Highlands Oncology Group
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Rogers, AR
FULL_TIME
- Highlands Oncology Group is dedicated to providing the highest quality of innovative care delivered with compassion and precision. It is through the efforts of our amazing, diverse, and inclusive team...
- 1 Month Ago
LPN Shot Infusion Nurse
- Highlands Oncology Group
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Springdale, AR
FULL_TIME
- Highlands Oncology is dedicated to provided innovative care delivered with compassion and precision. It is through the efforts of our diverse and inclusive team of nearly 700 dedicated, amazing, and c...
- 4 Days Ago
LPN Shot Infusion Nurse
- Highlands Oncology Group
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Rogers, AR
FULL_TIME
- Highlands Oncology is dedicated to provided innovative care delivered with compassion and precision. It is through the efforts of our diverse and inclusive team of nearly 700 dedicated, amazing, and c...
- 4 Days Ago
Advanced Practice Nurse - Oncology
- North Arkansas Regional Medical Center
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Harrison, AR
OTHER
- Overview The Claude Parrish Cancer Center sees patients for both Medical Oncology as well as Radiation Oncology. The APN's main responsibility would be to supervise and provide nursing care to cancer ...
- 1 Month Ago
Early Head Start Teacher
- Northwest Arkansas Head Start
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Rogers, AR
FULL_TIME
- Job Type: Full time Essential Duties and Responsibilities:To provide a successful, safe and supervised educational setting for children, birth to 3 years, while they are in the EHS environment.To prom...
- 20 Days Ago
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LPN- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Encompass Health
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Fayetteville, AR
- BENEFITS START DAY ONE, FULL TIME - PART TIME - PRN Opportunities Available Day & Night Shift Opportunities A stronger b...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
General Maintenance Technician III (Night Shift)
- Arkansas Children's
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Springdale, AR
- **Work Shift:** Please see job description for details. **Time Type:** Full time **Department:** CC097320 Facilities and...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
RN Director of Operations
- Amedisys, Inc.
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Fayetteville, AR
- Overview: Full-time days Are you a highly skilled and compassionate registered nurse (RN) looking for a rewarding career...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Registered Nurse
- Encompass Health
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Fayetteville, AR
- *** New Rates *** SIGN-ON BONUS Available: $10,000 for Full Time & $5,000 for Part Time , BENEFITS START DAY ONE, FULL T...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Caregiver
- Gentiva Personal Care
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Fayetteville, AR
- Our Company: Gentiva Personal Care is a member of the Gentiva family - an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home h...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Associate Sales Representative - NW Arkansas - Interventional Spine
- Stryker Corporation
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Fayetteville, AR
- Why join Stryker? We are proud to be named one of the World's Best Workplaces and a Best Workplace for Diversity by Fort...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Rehab Nursing Tech, CNA
- Encompass Health
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Fayetteville, AR
- NEW RATES BENEFITS START DAY ONE, Sign-On Bonus Available FULL TIME - Days or Nights - $2,000. 00 Sign-On Bonus PART TIM...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Housekeeper - PRN
- Encompass Health Corp.
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Fayetteville, AR
- The Environmental Services Aide maintains a clean, sanitary, and safe environment in all areas of the Hospital in accord...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Fayetteville, Arkansas
Fayetteville is the third-largest city in Arkansas and county seat of Washington County. The city is centrally located within the county and has been home of the University of Arkansas since the institution's founding in 1871. Fayetteville is on the outskirts of the Boston Mountains, deep within the Ozarks. Known as Washington until 1829, the city was named after Fayetteville, Tennessee, from which many of the settlers had come. It was incorporated on November 3, 1836 and was rechartered in 1867. The four-county Northwest Arkansas Metropolitan Statistical Area is ranked 105th in terms of ...
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Income Estimation for Head Nurse - Oncology jobs
$93,895 to $136,133
Fayetteville, Arkansas area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago
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