Registered Nurse, Stem Cell Nights

Overview

Registered Nurse, Stem Cell FT Nights

About City of Hope, City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies.

With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

• Provide patient-centered care to oncology patients across the adult and geriatric spectrum in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Demonstrate competency across the continuum of malignant hematology and stem cell transplantation.
• Deliver high-quality care across all domains of practice when caring for patients receiving cellular therapies.
• Develop and implement an individualized plan of care using the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Inspire and guide other qualified patient care team members to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication, collaboration, mentorship, and delegation in the exercise of independent judgment.
• Address physical, spiritual, emotional, and educational needs of the patient and caregiver in the delivery of nursing care.
• Coordinate the plan of care with other healthcare professionals, support persons, and all members of the healthcare team.

• Must be able to work FT Nights, 7p-7a.
• Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and documents the care of patients across the continuum of malignant hematology and stem cell transplantation. Assists with special procedures. Directs the care delivered by Patient Care Technicians and other members of the healthcare team.
• Adheres to hospital and department infection control policies including hand hygiene, asepsis, isolation practice, and employee health practice.
• Effectively communicates with peers to resolve conflict.
• Assists in onboarding of new employees.
• Protects the patient’s dignity, rights, and privacy.
• Assesses the knowledge level of the patient or designated support person.
• Delegate tasks according to the Georgia Nurse Practice Act and job descriptions.
• Document nursing care, implants, and specimens accurately, completely, and legibly.
• Collaborate with other disciplines as applicable.
• Maintain required competencies.
• Pursue professional growth and keep current with technology.
• Completes additional duties as assigned.

• 1-3 years of experience in Cellular Therapy (Stem Cell Transplant and/or Immune Effector Cell), or as deemed qualified by Cellular Therapy Leadership.
• Education – BSN required or enrolled within 6 months of hire and BSN completed within three years from hire date.
• Licensure – Georgia Registered Nurse License or a Registered Nurse License from a Compact State.
• Certification – Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required upon hire. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification required; must obtain ACLS within 30 days of hire and renew every two years. Will not be allowed to provide ACLS for patients independently until ACLS cards are obtained.
• Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Fundamentals of Chemotherapy Immunotherapy/Biotherapy Provider Certificate required upon hire; exempt with proof of previous ONS equivalent course or Blood & Marrow Transplant Certified Nurse (BMTCN) certification.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

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City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.