Staff Nurse - RN - Oncology provides professional nursing care to assigned oncology patients. Records patient histories, performs various diagnostic tests, administers medications including chemotherapy, and develops patient care plans in conjunction with other medical professionals. Being a Staff Nurse - RN - Oncology assists oncologists during examinations and procedures, operating and monitoring medical equipment as necessary. Observes patients' progress and records observations in patient medical records. Additionally, Staff Nurse - RN - Oncology teaches patients and families about conditions and treatment options. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in nursing. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. May require ONS/ONCC certification to deliver chemotherapy. Requires a valid state RN license. Staff Nurse - RN - Oncology's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
UPMC Hamot, a Magnet designated facility located in Erie, PA, is currently hiring a Part-Time Staff Nurse to support 7 South Oncology (Med Surg).
Sign-On Bonus Details (Part-Time Status)
• $10,000 sign-on bonus available for nurses with over one year of experience
• Up $7,500 sign-on bonus available for graduate nurses
7 South Oncology is a 46-bed acute medical-oncology unit that provides care for adults 18 and older and geriatric patients with a variety of medical illnesses. The unit specializes in oncology care and provides chemotherapy to cancer patients. Within our 46 beds, we have 12 step-down beds for patients who require a higher level of care. This is a good unit for nurses to learn a variety of different skills to increase their knowledge base. The staff on 7-South have great teamwork and work among some of the most experienced nurses!
At UPMC, we’re passionate about continuing to support your growth throughout your nursing journey. We offer a robust career ladder for bedside nursing that starts with Professional Staff Nurse and leads to Expert Nurse and beyond. The final job title and rate of pay will be based upon both individual qualifications and candidate choice. Any required certifications and contributions based on job title will be afforded a timeframe to obtain. Our competitive career ladder, as well as our Total Rewards package, will be discussed at time of offer to ensure you can make the choices that are right for you. The minimum rate of pay for a non-BSN Professional Staff Nurse is $31.10.
Here’s how we support our nurses:
·Generous Sign-On Bonus for Part-Time experienced nurses of up to $10,000 (Amount and eligibility based on type of nursing role and candidate experience)
·Up to five and a half weeks of Paid Time Off annually, plus seven paid holidays each year
·Dedicated career ladders allowing you to achieve your highest potential while rewarding you for your experience and advanced education
·Tuition reimbursement of up to $3,000 per academic year at any accredited institution, available to employees and their dependents (plus discounts for UPMC employees including no cost RN-BSN/MSN options!)
Title and salary will be determined based upon education and nursing experience.
Responsibilities:
The Professional Staff Nurse is a Registered Nurse and a member of the care delivery team, responsible to set the standards for the level and quality of care. The Professional Staff Nurse has responsibility, authority and accountability for the provision of nursing care, manages and provides patient care activities for a group of patients and their families through the application of independent judgment, communication and collaboration with all team members. The role of the Professional Staff Nurse encompasses leadership, partnership, collaboration and supervision and establishes collaborative relationships with physicians, other health care providers, patients and their families, to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care. The Professional Staff Nurse demonstrates a commitment to the community and to the nursing profession.
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