Registered Nurse (RN)-Cancer Center

Company: Mayo Clinic
Location: La Crosse
Posted on: September 15, 2020

Job Description:

CityLa CrosseStateWisconsinTelecommuteNoDepartmentNursingWhy Mayo ClinicThis RN position is for the chemotherapy treatment room, and would also be cross trained to cover for the Radiation RN. One of the top qualities this person needs is to be flexible and go with the flow. Things can change quickly and we may need to adjust where this person works at a moment's notice between Radiation Oncology and our chemotherapy treatment room. Someone who is calm under pressure. This position has the possibility of increasing in FTE in the future depending on department volumes.This RN would be responsible for administering chemotherapy and blood transfusions, complete patient assessments, use critical thinking skills, educate patients undergoing radiation therapy, side effect management of radiation patients, work closely with providers and other multidisciplinary staff. Seeking motivated individual who is interested in professional growth through continuing education and certification.Need at least 1 year of RN experience, will be required to maintain chemotherapy administration certificate and ongoing nursing education. Also, need to be able to work efficiently in a team environment. Obtaining Oncology Nursing Certification is highly encouraged.Mayo Clinic has a legacy of inspiring hope and contributing to health and well-being by providing the best care to every patient through integrated clinical practice, education, and research. As a Mayo Clinic Nurse, you will become a vital member of a dynamic health care team and discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and mutual respect.Candidate must display the values of respect, integrity, compassion, healing, teamwork, innovation, excellence, and stewardship. Candidate needs to be flexible, adaptable, take initiative, adhere to our culture of safety, and thrive in a fast-pace, rapidly changing work environment. Other desirable traits include a positive attitude, strong work ethic, dependable, accountable, eagerness to learn, critical thinking skills, and professionalism.Position descriptionThe registered nurse (RN) is accountable for the coordination of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care. The RN supports professional nursing practice across practice settings and across the continuum of care to meet the needs of the patient and family. The RN will function within the Mayo Clinic Nursing Professional Practice Model, which includes accountability for planning, implementing, evaluating and communicating all phases of nursing care for assigned patients. The ANA Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice provide a basis for the practice of the RN. The RN provides leadership through activities such as preceptor role, informal leadership roles, and quality improvement efforts. The RN delegates patient care according to skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability, and adequacy of resources. The RN possesses excellent communication skills; is skillful in mentoring and teaching; and may participate on committees or projects.QualificationsGraduate of an Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) accredited associate's degree or diploma program. Exceptions to this may be made in the MCHS sites prior to a law change requiring accreditation expected in 2018. If graduated from a nursing program that was not accredited by ACEN, at least one year of RN experience (within the last five years) in an applicable care setting is required. If graduation did not occur within the last two years, one year of RN experience in an applicable care setting or one year of current LPN experience at Mayo Clinic is required.All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date after September 1, 2013, must provide documented evidence of program completion of their baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program within six years from the last day of the month of their RN start date.Additional qualificationsOne year RN experience within the last five years preferred. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).Experience working in a team environment. Computer skills required, prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred. Ability to work flexible hours, which may include days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends and on-call. Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting. Demonstrated leadership, effective communicator, and excellent critical thinking skills.License or certificationCurrent RN license by applicable state requirements. Maintains current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs: American Heart Association or American Red Cross. Additional specialty certification/training as required by the work area.Exemption statusNon-exemptCompensation DetailEducation, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.Benefits eligibleYesSchedulePart TimeHours / Pay period40Schedule detailsMonday through Friday, no set days off.No weekends or holidays.Site descriptionLa Crosse, WI, is a city of 52,000 with a metro area of 120,000 in the Upper Mississippi River Valley, located between Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN, and Madison, WI. The area offers unlimited, four-season recreational opportunities (biking, golf, hiking the bluffs and cross-country/downhill skiing). We have a great family environment with safe and high-quality schools, including two universities and a technical college. There are sport events, a local symphony orchestra, theaters, children's museum and a civic center.CategoryNursingCareer profileNursingJob posting number136974BRRecruiterTodd WilliamsEqual opportunity employerMayo Clinic is an equal opportunity educator and employer (including veterans and persons with disabilities).

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