Tumor Registrar jobs in Milwaukee, WI

Tumor Registrar identifies, registers, and maintains records of all cancer patients using tumor registry systems and software. Prepares abstracts and performs coding of clinical patient data related to cancer. Being a Tumor Registrar performs data analysis and provides reports used by researchers, physicians, institutions, and patients. Adheres to all coding and privacy policies, guidelines, and regulations. Additionally, Tumor Registrar may require an associate degree or equivalent. Requires Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) credential. May require Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certification. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Tumor Registrar works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Tumor Registrar typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Registered Nurse - Solid Tumor
  • Advocate Aurora
  • Milwaukee, WI FULL_TIME
  • Major Responsibilities:

    • Uses the nursing process to assess the needs of the patient, plan and implement individualized interventions and evaluate the effectiveness of the plan of care. Includes the patient and family in planning and implementing care and develops and maintains a therapeutic relationship throughout the healthcare continuum.
    • Anticipates and recognizes significant changes in the patient’s condition, status, and need for care. Provides ongoing assessment of the patient and takes appropriate actions when changes occur. Anticipates and alters the plan of care as needed, mobilizes appropriate resources, and collaborates with other health care team members to coordinate patient centered care.
    • Implements strategies to reduce patient risk and increase patient safety. Assesses patient and family readiness to learn and individualizes the approach as necessary. Works collaboratively to develop strategies to meet the learning needs of the patient and family.
    • Actively coordinates the discharge plan utilizing an interdisciplinary approach. Applies evidence-based practice to deliver patient care. Consistently incorporates nursing and regulatory standards of care into practice.
    • Provides ongoing evaluation of patient, team, and unit outcomes and is empowered to take appropriate action when changes are needed. Supports shared governance activities and initiatives to improve processes and patient outcomes.
    • Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills. Promotes collaboration among healthcare team members. Assumes a leadership role in the care team and delegates appropriately to unlicensed personnel.
    • Promotes a culture of safety through identifying threats to patient safety and intervening to prevent patient harm. Reports patient safety events and near misses in a timely manner. Seeks to identify potential safety issues and assists in the implementation of corrective actions.
    • Applies ethical decision making, demonstrates respect and understanding for peers, and other clinical disciplines. Participates as an effective member of the patient care team to formulate an integrated, unbiased, individualized approach to care.
    • Participates in quality/process improvement initiatives to improve the functions of the department and the patient care experience.
    • Participates in professional activities which contribute to personal professional development and the development of others. Seeks opportunities to be taught, coached, and mentored. Attends required meetings/educational programs and completes annual competencies in a timely manner.
    • Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.


    Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

    • Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices, and
    • Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).


    Education Required:

    • Completion of an accredited or approved program in Nursing.


    Experience Required:

    • Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing.


    Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

    • Demonstrates progression to provide holistic patient care and the ability to view clinical situations from a patient and family focus.
    • Demonstrates progression to recognize situational changes that require unplanned or unanticipated interventions, and responds to situations with confidence, timeliness and flexibility.
    • Proficient computer skills, use of electronic mail and electronic medical records systems.
    • Excellent communication (written and verbal), listening and interpersonal skills.
    • Demonstrates human relation skills with the ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, team members and physicians. Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively with others.
    • Demonstrated ability to effectively make critical, independent decisions.
    • Excellent organization, prioritization and problem-solving skills.
    • Demonstrates time management skills with an ability to multi-task and prioritize in an environment with frequent interruptions.
    • Demonstrates coordination, collaboration, delegation and team building skills.

    Certification Addendum:

    • Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g. DNV, CARF or others)


    Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

    • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
    • Must be able to:
    • lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
    • lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
    • carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
    • Must be able to:
    • push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
    • perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
    • Position requires use of foot pedals on carts or machines.
    • May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.
    • Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions.
    • Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.


    This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

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Registered Nurse - Oncology Solid Tumor
  • Advocate Aurora
  • Milwaukee, WI FULL_TIME
  • 12S is a 24 bed solid tumor, palliative and hospice care unit here at Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center. We are one of the very few designated inpatient oncology units that are qualified to deliver mul...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Registered Nurse - Oncology, Solid Tumor
  • Advocate Aurora
  • Milwaukee, WI FULL_TIME
  • Major Responsibilities:Uses the nursing process to assess the needs of the patient, plan and implement individualized interventions and evaluate the effectiveness of the plan of care. Includes the pat...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Registered Nurse - Oncology, Solid Tumor
  • Advocate Health
  • Milwaukee, WI FULL_TIME
  • Major Responsibilities:Uses the nursing process to assess the needs of the patient, plan and implement individualized interventions and evaluate the effectiveness of the plan of care. Includes the pat...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Registered Nurse - 12S Solid Tumor Oncology
  • Advocate Health
  • Milwaukee, WI FULL_TIME
  • Major Responsibilities:Uses the nursing process to assess the needs of the patient, plan and implement individualized interventions and evaluate the effectiveness of the plan of care. Includes the pat...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Registered Nurse - 12S Solid Tumor Oncology
  • Advocate Aurora
  • Milwaukee, WI FULL_TIME
  • Major Responsibilities:Uses the nursing process to assess the needs of the patient, plan and implement individualized interventions and evaluate the effectiveness of the plan of care. Includes the pat...
  • 3 Days Ago

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  • Instacart Shoppers
  • Saint francis, WI
  • FULL-SERVICE SHOPPER Start earning quickly with a flexible schedule Shopping with Instacart is more than grocery deliver...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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  • Saint francis, WI
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  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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2024 Graduate Nurses - All shifts available!
  • Rogers Behavioral Health
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • *Up to a $10,000 retention bonus available! Under direct supervision of Registered Nurse, the Graduate nurse (GN) perfor...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Part-time RN - Childcare reimbursement available
  • Rogers Behavioral Health
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • *Up to a $10,000 retention bonus available! The registered nurse (RN, RN II, RN III) performs professional nursing activ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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2023 Graduate RN's - Comprehensive benefits package
  • Rogers Behavioral Health
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • *Up to a $10,000 retention bonus available! Under direct supervision of Registered Nurse, the Graduate nurse (GN) perfor...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Customer Service Representative
  • Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc.
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • About to celebrate its 40th year, ECE is one of the most well-known and respected names in comparative international edu...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Customer Service Representative
  • Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc.
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • About to celebrate its 40th year, ECE is one of the most well-known and respected names in comparative international edu...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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  • Saint francis, WI
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  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Milwaukee lies along the shores and bluffs of Lake Michigan at the confluence of three rivers: the Menomonee, the Kinnickinnic, and the Milwaukee. Smaller rivers, such as the Root River and Lincoln Creek, also flow through the city. Milwaukee's terrain is sculpted by the glacier path and includes steep bluffs along Lake Michigan that begin about a mile (1.6 km) north of downtown. In addition, 30 miles (48 km) southwest of Milwaukee is the Kettle Moraine and lake country that provides an industrial landscape combined with inland lakes. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has ...
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Income Estimation for Tumor Registrar jobs
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