LPN - Medical Oncology

Pay range: $31.46 - $42.47 Medical Oncology - Bend, Oregon 3 ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE: LPN Medical Oncology REPORTS TO POSITION: Manger Cancer Services DEPARTMENT: Medical Oncology DATE LAST REVIEWED: October 29, 2019 OUR VISION: Creating America’s healthiest community, together OUR MISSION: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value OUR VALUES: Accountability, Caring and Teamwork DEPARTMENT SUMMARY: The Cancer Center at St. Charles Health System is a comprehensive cancer center that provides holistic care to our patients. The cancer center provides chemotherapy, medical oncology, infusion services, radiation therapy, integrative medicine, nutrition, social work, survivorship and other supportive care treatments. All of our staff support our patients in the various stages of their treatments. POSITION OVERVIEW: The LPN in cancer center provides assistance to the nursing staff by starting IV’s, accessing ports and central lines. They also assist with patient hydration, vital signs, therapeutic phlebotomies, and administration of injections. Caregiver must use triage skills to make appropriate patient health assessments and to anticipate patients’ needs as it relates to their medical care. This position does not manage any other caregivers. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES: Performs a variety of physician-requested ancillary and/or minor surgical patient procedures. Provides assistance/back-up to all caregivers/providers Review of treatment plans, obtain lab values to correctly determine patient’s ability to receive treatment Accurate, safe, venipuncture, placement of venous catheters, access of central port-a-caths Direct patient care, education and assessment of clinical skills Daily preparation work, stocking, re-shelving, prepping IV bags and any other duties needed throughout the day Participates in staff meetings and attends other meetings and seminars as required Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects. Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change. Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests. Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organization’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings. Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate. May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned. EDUCATION Required : Graduate of Accredited Nursing Program with current Oregon license Required : High school diploma or GED. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION Required : Oregon LPN, or Oregon RN license. AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification. Valid Oregon driver's license and ability to meet St. Charles Health System driving requirements. Ability to travel to business functions/trainings/meetings and all St. Charles Health System worksites. Preferred : N/A EXPERIENCE Required : Two (1) years experience in a LPN. Preferred : Experience in Oncology/Infusion room nursing. Experience IV skills including ports and central lines. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Continually (75% or more): Standing and walking, keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level. Frequently (50%): Sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 1-25 pounds. The use and operation of a motor vehicle for Home Health and Wound Caregivers. Occasionally (25%): Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, climbing ladder/step-stool (varies by area), reaching overhead, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, grasping/squeezing, ability to hear whispered speech level. Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs. Never (0%): Climbing ladder/step-stool (varies by area), operation of a motor vehicle. Exposure to Elemental Factors Rarely (10%): Wet/slippery area, chemical solution. Never (0%): Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven surface. Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category Risk for Exposure to BBP . Schedule Weekly Hours: 40 Caregiver Type: Regular Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Is Exempt Position? No Job Family: LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE Scheduled Days of the Week: Monday-Friday Shift Start & End Time: 0700-1730