Registered Nurse (RN) - Hematology/Oncology Infusion, Per diem at New London Hospital – New London, New Hampshire

Clinical:

• Coordinates patient care with providers, as appropriate.
• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, safety, and infection control standards.
• Triages patient calls and documents in the medical record.
• Oncology Clinic
  • Prepares equipment and assists physicians during treatments and examinations of oncology patients.
  • Administers anti-neoplastic agents and other medications adhering to NLH guidelines.
  • Assists physician with the examination/evaluation of oncology/infusion patients.
  • Provides patient resources as needed, including but not limited to referrals for social services and other needs related to treatment.

Administrative & Clerical:

• Assists in the development of nursing policies and procedures related to the care of patients receiving specialty services.
• Maintains accurate records on each patient.
• Assists in registering new patients, scheduling appointments and follow-ups on missed appointments, as necessary.
• Assists in the preparation of operational and capital budgets for the oncology clinic.
• Prepares patient education.
• Coordinates patient prescription refills.
• Oncology Clinic

• • Documents assessments, plan of care, treatment and response to nursing care for oncology/infusion patients.

Clinic Maintenance:

• Keeps patient care areas clean and neat.
• Ensures availability of supplies and equipment.
• Oncology Clinic
  • Ensures that equipment is in working condition and good repair, reporting concerns as necessary.