Registered Nurse, ICU, 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.

Directs the care of the patient through the nursing process and through collaboration with the patient, their family and other health care professionals. Provides leadership to non-licensed staff by setting an example of excellence.

The successful candidate:

• Must be able to work FT Nights; 7p - 7a.
• Assessment and Communication: Continuously assesses patient needs through a holistic approach and communicates any changes in patient condition to physicians and other healthcare professionals. Adjusts treatment based on the multidisciplinary plan of care.
• Therapeutic Interventions: Plans, delivers, directs, coordinates, and evaluates therapeutic interventions based on the assessment process. Documents interventions provided and supervises care delivery by unlicensed support staff.
• Patient/Family Education and Support: Provides patient and family education regarding the disease process, treatment side effects, and health promotion. Offers support and reassurance to ensure informed decision-making regarding the therapeutic plan. Documents education and support provided according to department standards.
• Compliance and Quality Improvement: Ensures compliance with hospital policies and accrediting agencies. Participates in the development, review, and updating of policies and procedures. Actively engages in the Performance Improvement plan of the unit to enhance patient care quality.
• Medical History Documentation and Medication Management: Obtains patient medical history and medication information and documents appropriately in the patient's medical record. Verifies and notes physician orders. Provides safe delivery of prescribed medications and treatments and evaluates outcomes promptly.
  
  

Overall, this role involves a comprehensive approach to patient care, encompassing assessment, treatment planning, education, compliance, and medication management. It requires strong communication skills, clinical expertise, and a commitment to quality improvement to ensure the delivery of safe and effective patient care.

Qualifications

Your qualifications should include:

• Current Georgia State Registered Nurse License required
• BSN required or enrolled within 6 months of hire and BSN completed within three years from hire date.
• Current BLS required (Obtain AHA certificate within 30 days of hire)
• Current ACLS required (Obtain AHA certificate within 30 days of hire)
• 1-3 years RN experience in a bedside care setting preferred
• Oncology experience preferred
• Recent ICU and/or step down preferred
  
  

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits, click here: Benefits Information

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