RN CARE COORDINATOR - ONCOLOGY - NEW CANCER CENTER

Aultman Health Foundation - Canton, OH

Posted: 4/7/2024 - Expires: 7/6/2024

Job ID: 272075523

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Job Description

Req# 28719

Aultman Health Foundation, CANTON, OH

AULTMAN HOSPITAL

Aultman Health Foundation

Full Time, Day Shift, 7:00am-5:30pm 4 days

PURPOSE OF POSITION

RN Care Coordinator is an integral part of the cancer team, responsible for guiding patients through cancer treatment, providing support, and triaging ongoing patient needs. Duties will vary according to patient population disease state and workflow needs, but the overall goal is to provide seamless care and a point of contact for healthcare providers, patients and family members. Inherent in this job is the ability to communicate with health care providers and act as a liaison to the patient and family.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Each RN Care Coordinator will work directly with an assigned physician
Provide patient education related to chemotherapy treatment and management of side effects
Obtain signature on chemotherapy consent for physicians, providing a copy to the Infusion Center for Cerner
Enter staging of disease in EMR
Load chemotherapy regimen as prescribed by physicians, including any changes in treatment
Provides daily orders to the Infusion Center from assigned physician following physician review, and approval w/ signatures
Arrange supportive meds for home: antiemetics and/or steroids
Contact patient day after first treatment to mitigate issues and provide support
Provide symptom management for patients on phone or walk-in clinic
Provides phone triage support, appropriately prioritizes calls and patient needs
Collaborate with physicians and nurse practitioners for symptom management issues
Coordinate concurrent chemotherapy and radiation as ordered
Assist physicians with special requests
Delegate tasks to phone triage staff as needed
Utilizes resources in Cancer Program to assist in care: Navigation, Social Worker, and Research Coordinators

EXPECTATIONS

Serve as first point of nursing contact for patients in the practice.
Collects comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health or the situation
Analyzes the assessment data to determine the diagnosis or issue
Identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the patient or the situation
Develops a plan that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain expected outcomes
Implements the identified plan, coordinates care delivery, and employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment
Evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes
Systematically enhances the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice
Attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice
Evaluates one's own nursing practice in relation to professional standards and guidelines, relevant statutes, rules and regulations
Interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues
Collaborates with patient, family, and healthcare team in the conduct of nursing practice
Integrates ethical provisions in all areas of practice
Considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, cost, and impact on practice in the planning and delivery of nursing services
Provides leadership in the professional practice setting and the profession
Establishes a trusting relationship with the patient and their caregivers
Provides education for the patient and family on all aspects of care and treatment and distributes written teaching tools that are culturally competent
Keeps accurate and timely records in patient medical record
Promotes patient wellness through anticipating needs, educating and referring to valid resources and supports
Informs physician and other healthcare personnel of changes in condition
Collaborates with the principle provider to facilitate referrals, treatment schedules and symptom control
Establishes a trusting relationship with the patient and their caregivers
Guides the patient to through each phase of care
Networks with appropriate agencies for referrals, including outreach services and other funding associations
Maintains an open line of communication at the discretion of the patient throughout the continuum of care
Keeps accurate and timely records in the patient medical record
Demonstrates lifelong learning through a knowledge and understanding of best practice and evidence-based guidelines for cancer treatment and screening recommendations
Creates and fosters a work environment that is consistent with the Mission, Vision and Values of the Aultman Health Foundation
Supports strategic organizational goals
Abides by the Aultman Code of Conduct at all times

Other responsibilities as assigned by the Director

Job Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing recommended by not required
Oncology Nursing Certification preferred with a minimum of 2 years experience in oncology nursing
Displays an attitude of respect and excellent customer service

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Normally works 8 hours a day 5 days/week or 10 hours a day 4 days/week
If works 4 days/week, must take day off on physicians assigned day off
Hours may be flexible to meet the needs of patients
Subject to frequent interruptions in performance of tasks
Expected to adhere to hospital policies and procedures
Blood and body fluid exposure-2
Expected to fulfill position description requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS ADDENDUM

PURPOSE: To identify specific functions job requirements and work environment factors that could affect job performance.

Check all factors that are present as essential job requirements and check whether the factor is performed.

O = Occasionally = 0- 33% of the work shift or 0- 32 repetitions.

F = Frequently = 34-66% of the work shift or 32-200+ repetitions.

C = Constantly = 67-100% of the work shift or 200+ repetitions.

N = Not essential job requirement.

F Standing

F Walking

N Lifting (70 pounds)

N Carrying (70 pounds)

N Pushing (70 pounds)

N Climbing with (70 pounds)

F Stooping/Bending

F Twisting/Turning

O Kneeling/Squatting

O Crawling

O Reaching Up/Reaching Forward

Additional information concerning physical requirements for the position:

HAZARDOUS EXPOSURE CATEGORY

Category II

Aultman Health Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company. Aultman is an Equal Opportunity Employer that will make reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to apply and compete for employment opportunities for which they are qualified. To request an accommodation, please email our Human Resources department at hr@aultman.com , or call 330-363-5415 for further assistance.

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Job Summary

Employment Type:: Full Time Employee
Job type:: Federal Contractor
Skill Based Partner:: No
Education Level:: Bachelor's degree
Work Days:: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Job Reference Code: 78917532
Salary: N/A
Licenses / Certifications:: N/A; Applied Math: 5; Graphic Literacy: 5; Workplace Documentation: 5

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RN CARE COORDINATOR - ONCOLOGY - NEW CANCER CENTER

Aultman Health Foundation - Canton, OH

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