RN, Radiation Oncology

DuPage Medical Group is the largest independent, multi-specialty physician group in the Midwest. We offer services in more than 70 specialty areas across 120+ locations. Our team is comprised of more than 750 physicians and 5,000 dynamic individuals who work collaboratively to transform healthcare for the thousands of patients we serve each day.

Are you a self-motivated, organized and compassionate RN? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, progressive work environment? If so, DuPage Medical Group wants you! Here's your chance to join our dynamic and growing team!

Hours: Varied hours Monday-Friday, 7:30am-6:00pm

Location: Lisle, may have to float to other DMG locations based on business needs

SUMMARY:

Under the general direction of the Manager of Radiation Oncology and the clinical direction of the Radiation Oncology Medical Director, provides direct patient care and manages professional nursing care for patients having therapeutic services. Demonstrates excellence in nursing practice, appropriate independent judgment, and decision-making skills related to the Radiation Oncology patient. Assesses and monitors patient condition and initiates appropriate nursing interventions when necessary. Coordinates daily nursing care and functions as a liaison between physician, patient, family and facility, ensuring continuity of and quality of care. Maintains accurate and appropriate documentation and follows patient privacy in accordance with HIPPA and Boncura policies and procedures. Acts as role model for all other care givers in the coordination of patient care. Maintains a high level of iniative, dependability and motivation. Communicates effectively and exhibits sound judgement in patient safety and treats all individuals with professionalism and respect. Performs to the level of a licensed registered nurse as dictated by the Illinois Nurse Practice Act and Midwest Physician Administrative Services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Practices safe work habits and proper body mechanics.
• Follows infection control procedures.
• Reports safety matters, data, and/or specific cases to the appropriate person.
• Demonstrates knowledge of emergency preparedness procedures and responsibilities.
• Maintains clean, safe, and professional work environment.
• Demonstrates a commitment to safety and ensures the highest safety standards are adhered to at all times.
• Completes tasks promptly and accurately, accepts assignments cooperatively and completes by agreed deadline.
• Can be trusted to follow through on assignments with minimal direction.
• Meets standards for attendance and punctuality.
• Accepts additional shifts as volume dictates.
• Demonstrates commitment to the organization by being reliable and available.
• Handles fair share of work and can be trusted to deliver desired results.
• Understands and initiates actions to assist department goals when volume increases/decreases.
• Seeks and accepts opportunities to further knowledge and skills.
• Adapts to a changing environment, job assignments, priorities and schedules. Maintains a positive attitude.
• Presents a professional image at all times; adheres to the dress code; recognizes that every encounter impacts patient/family/visitor perceptions of self and Midwest Physician Administrative Services.
• Initiates and improves skills through continued learning and demonstrates competence in all aspects of the job.
• Participates in opportunities for self development including external and in-house educational offerings or in-service.
• Maintains appropriate credentials.Respects the privacy of patients, guests and coworkers. Is sensitive to an environment of patient privacy and well-being, i.e. such as knocking before entering room and pulling privacy curtain.
• Handles, accesses, and discloses patient/Boncura information only as required in the performance of the job for treatment, payment or health operations in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, Boncura policies and procedures.
• Takes steps and follows procedures to secure and safeguard patient and confidential information.
• Never discusses confidential information in elevators or public areas.
• Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. Assists Provider in taking patient histories, obtaining vital signs, and preparing patient for routine exams or procedures, including collecting and processing specimens. Observes, records and reports the patient's condition and reaction to treatments and/or drugs.
• Direct nursing care and procedures: administering medications, dressing changes and wound care, skin care, administering oxygen and monitoring oxygen saturation, suctioning patients, trach care, mouth care, care of IVs and central lines (blood drawing, flushing of Hickman catheters, infuse-a-port, Groshong's), venipuncture, bladder catheterization, assisting with various procedures; brachytherapy, etc; assisting with physical examinations and on treatment examinations.
• Provides direct nursing care utilizing scientific knowledge, nursing theory and nursing skills in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the care of individualized patients.
• Provides indirect nursing care through planning, guiding, evaluating, and directing care delivered by nursing and ancillary personnel as authorized.
• Initiate appropriate laboratory, radiological and special examinations or tests required for the evaluation. Prepares and orders tests: fills out lab requisitions, test orders, patient forms and referral forms as per the Provider's request. Tracks and obtains all test results for Provider review; notifies patients of results as directed.
• Responds to/refers incoming patient treatment-related phone calls. Triages patient messages and responds in accordance with departmental policy and procedures. May assist in arranging tests or admissions, calling in prescriptions, etc. Reviews and prioritizes same day messages.
• Patient and family assessment and triage to physician when appropriate: consultation visit (complete Nursing Data Base), response to illness and treatment, side effects, current health problems, response to medications, and coping and adjustment problems.
• Patient and family advocate: clarifications of physician's explanations, coordination of services, orientation to hospital and department systems, and patient charge information
• Referrals: dietician, physical therapist, social worker, home care, Hospice, ostomy nurse, transportation coordinator, Oncology Department (coordination of chemo, blood transfusions, scheduling), financial counselor and ancillary services as indicated.
• Patient/significant other education: general information related to diagnosis, radiation therapy, diet, skin care, potential and experience side effects, medications, radiation safety practices if needed, general health teaching, prevention and early detection teaching, acts as a resource person to nursing personnel, and maintains updated knowledge of current trends in Radiation Oncology
• Provides patient/SO education and explanations of procedures being performed. Explains waiting times in excess of established protocols.
• Evaluate patients and families regarding development, coping ability and emotional and social well-being.
• Consults and collaborates with other members of the health care team to assure patient needs are met and that there is effective and efficient continuity of care.
• Assists other employees by answering questions regarding scheduling, medical diagnoses and general information necessary for a smooth patient flow and professional office environment.
• Completes all necessary documentation including charges to assure proper billing and legal documentation.
• Will perform all other duties/responsibilities as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for adolescents, adults and geriatic patients/families served.
• Excellent attitude, interpersonal skills and communication abilities necessary to interact effectively with peers, health team members, physicians and other Boncura associates, patient and patient's family and/or significant others.
• Interpersonal Skills: Conveys a warm, caring, and approachable demeanor. Displays unconditional respect toward others. Able to sense others feelings and perspectives.
• Service Orientation: Ability to anticipate, recognize, and meet the needs of patients and their families.
• Oral Communication: Listens openly and clearly conveys messages and information.
• Written Communication and Comprehension: Writes clearly using appropriate grammar, symbols, and medical terminology. Able to decipher and comprehend documentation of others.
• Team Work: Works effectively with others to accomplish objectives and goals. Offers assistance to others in need.
• Multi-tasking: Able to properly perform multiple duties at once.
• Resilience: Effectively manages stress in a fast-paced setting.
• Leadership: Appropriately optimistic and inspiring. Influencing others to act on their own behalf or for the broader good of the group.
• Age and Cultural Specific Care: Able to adjust treatment, instruction, and education to meet the patient's age and cultural background.
• Procedures: Demonstrates sufficient techniques in performing medical procedures.

EDUCATION and / or CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE:

• Current license to practice in the State of Illinois as a professional nurse. Minimum of two (2) years oncology, ACLS, OCN preferred.
• Obtains continuing educations credits as required
• Maintains CPR certification

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum two years of current clinical experience in order to acquire a thorough knowledge of scientific principles of nursing; acquire a thorough knowledge of professional nursing standards; and, develop skill in nursing techniques and the ability to adapt techniques to individual patient needs.