Registered Nurse Oncology
About MedStar Georgetown's 3 Bles- Medical Oncology/GYN Oncology3 Bles is a 20-bed adult Medicine and Oncology Unit.
Clinical nurses on 3 Bles provide expert care for acutely ill oncology patients, specifically solid tumor and GYN oncology patients.
They also provide care for complex medical patients with a wide range of diagnoses.
The nurses on 3 Bles are committed to cura personalis, care for the whole person, and actively involve families in the care of their patients throughout all stages of treatment.
All nurses on 3 Bles are certified to administer Chemotherapy and Biotherapy.
Additionally, nearly 50% of 3 Bles nurses are Oncology Certified (OCN), demonstrating their specialty knowledge, experience and exceptional clinical judgment.
Nurses on 3 Bles are active in collaborative governance, at the unit level and throughout the hospital.
Both Oncology Units, 3 Bles and 2 Bles, share a Practice Council where nurses work together to improve clinical practice and promote professional development on both units.
General Summary of Position:
A nurse is responsible for providing competent professional nursing care using the nursing process.
These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and MedStar Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy, policies, procedures and standards.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING REQUIRED:
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing; Bachelors degree or higher in Nursing preferred.
LICENSURE AND/OR CERTIFICATION:
Current DC license as a Registered Professional Nurse upon hire; certification in Basic Life Support.
Certification in specialty or related specialty preferred.
Experience:
To meet unit criteria, at least two (2) years recent acute careexperience.
ONS chemotherapy/biotherapy certificate preferred.
SPECIAL
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Ability to perform the nursing technologies.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to set priorities and work under stress.
Primary Duties and
Responsibilities:
PRACTICE & QUALITYProvides relationship-based care that promotes continuous, consistent, efficient and accountable delivery of nursing care using the nursing process.
Demonstrates professional practice utilizing the framework of the professional practice model and is grounded in a culture of safety and quality.
COMMUNICATION & COLLABORATIONCommunicates and collaborates with inter-professional groups to ensure coordination, continuity and safe care.
Communicates verbal information and documents written and electronic information that reflects the planned and delivered care for patients.
LEADERSHIPSupports and contributes to the unit, department and organizational goals inclusive of the mission, vision and values.
Demonstrates advocacy and support on behalf of inter-professional teams and patients.
Delegates and supervises nursing staff in providing patient care and assumes leadership roles, eg, charge nurse role.
Participates in the development and implementation of quality activities.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTServes as a preceptor or mentor.
Participates in professional development activities.
Incorporates evidence-based practice and research into patient care delivery.
About MedStar Georgetown University Hospital:
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital is a not-for-profit, acute-care teaching and research hospital with 609 beds located in Northwest Washington, DC Founded in the Jesuit principle of cura personaliscaring for the whole personMedStar Georgetown is committed to offering a variety of innovative diagnostic and treatment options within a trusting and compassionate environment.
MedStar Georgetown's centers of excellence include neurosciences, transplant, cancer and gastroenterology.
Along with Magnet nurses, internationally recognized physicians, advanced research and cutting-edge technologies, MedStar Georgetown's healthcare professionals have a reputation for medical excellence and leadership.
About MedStar Health MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, DC, region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation and research.
Our 30,000 associates and 5,400 affiliated physicians work in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest visiting nurse association in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation.
As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education and professional development of our whole team.
MedStar Health offers diverse opportunities for career advancement and personal fulfillment.
RequiredPreferredJob IndustriesCustomer Service.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Clinical nurses on 3 Bles provide expert care for acutely ill oncology patients, specifically solid tumor and GYN oncology patients.
They also provide care for complex medical patients with a wide range of diagnoses.
The nurses on 3 Bles are committed to cura personalis, care for the whole person, and actively involve families in the care of their patients throughout all stages of treatment.
All nurses on 3 Bles are certified to administer Chemotherapy and Biotherapy.
Additionally, nearly 50% of 3 Bles nurses are Oncology Certified (OCN), demonstrating their specialty knowledge, experience and exceptional clinical judgment.
Nurses on 3 Bles are active in collaborative governance, at the unit level and throughout the hospital.
Both Oncology Units, 3 Bles and 2 Bles, share a Practice Council where nurses work together to improve clinical practice and promote professional development on both units.
General Summary of Position:
A nurse is responsible for providing competent professional nursing care using the nursing process.
These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and MedStar Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy, policies, procedures and standards.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING REQUIRED:
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing; Bachelors degree or higher in Nursing preferred.
LICENSURE AND/OR CERTIFICATION:
Current DC license as a Registered Professional Nurse upon hire; certification in Basic Life Support.
Certification in specialty or related specialty preferred.
Experience:
To meet unit criteria, at least two (2) years recent acute careexperience.
ONS chemotherapy/biotherapy certificate preferred.
SPECIAL
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Ability to perform the nursing technologies.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to set priorities and work under stress.
Primary Duties and
Responsibilities:
PRACTICE & QUALITYProvides relationship-based care that promotes continuous, consistent, efficient and accountable delivery of nursing care using the nursing process.
Demonstrates professional practice utilizing the framework of the professional practice model and is grounded in a culture of safety and quality.
COMMUNICATION & COLLABORATIONCommunicates and collaborates with inter-professional groups to ensure coordination, continuity and safe care.
Communicates verbal information and documents written and electronic information that reflects the planned and delivered care for patients.
LEADERSHIPSupports and contributes to the unit, department and organizational goals inclusive of the mission, vision and values.
Demonstrates advocacy and support on behalf of inter-professional teams and patients.
Delegates and supervises nursing staff in providing patient care and assumes leadership roles, eg, charge nurse role.
Participates in the development and implementation of quality activities.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTServes as a preceptor or mentor.
Participates in professional development activities.
Incorporates evidence-based practice and research into patient care delivery.
About MedStar Georgetown University Hospital:
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital is a not-for-profit, acute-care teaching and research hospital with 609 beds located in Northwest Washington, DC Founded in the Jesuit principle of cura personaliscaring for the whole personMedStar Georgetown is committed to offering a variety of innovative diagnostic and treatment options within a trusting and compassionate environment.
MedStar Georgetown's centers of excellence include neurosciences, transplant, cancer and gastroenterology.
Along with Magnet nurses, internationally recognized physicians, advanced research and cutting-edge technologies, MedStar Georgetown's healthcare professionals have a reputation for medical excellence and leadership.
About MedStar Health MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, DC, region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation and research.
Our 30,000 associates and 5,400 affiliated physicians work in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest visiting nurse association in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation.
As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education and professional development of our whole team.
MedStar Health offers diverse opportunities for career advancement and personal fulfillment.
RequiredPreferredJob IndustriesCustomer Service.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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