RN - Radiation Oncology

Company: OhioHealth
Location: Columbus
Posted on: May 5, 2025

Job Description:

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more - in our careers and in our communities.Job Description Summary:The Radiation Oncology nurse works under the supervision of the Manager of Radiation Oncology and Radiation Oncologists. The Registered Nurse's primary job function is to perform patient assessments, data collection, patient/family education, community education, address disparities and barriers to care for patients, coordination of resources and assist physicians in examinations.Responsibilities And Duties:1. 50%
Performs initial and ongoing patient assessments for new patients, under treatment patients, and for follow-up visits. Assessments include biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, self-care, developmental, educational, and continuity of care needs. Collects, analyzes and documents initial and ongoing subjective and objective data from patients. Reviews data obtained by other members of health care team and incorporates into the patient's assessment. Identifies and communicates assessment findings, both initial and ongoing to appropriate people. Uses assessment data to identify pertinent nursing diagnoses and collaborative problems. 2.
15%
: Coordinates patient care assignments and patient flow, e. g. consultations, weekly visits, follow ups visits, and specialty procedures. Communicates and participates appropriately in QA activities, performance improvement, staff meetings, physician case reviews, and order management. 3.
10%
Other job responsibilities as assigned by department operations including special procedures performed at specific locations such as conscious sedation for High Dose Rate brachytherapy procedure s , chart preparation, and insurance pre-authorizations as needed. 4.
10%
: Carries out and documents interventions to assist patient to achieve expected outcomes. Uses scientific knowledge, critical thinking, technical skills, and effective interpersonal skills to improve nursing care. Initiates/coordinates referrals to other health care providers and/or community resources. 5. 5%
: Works in conjunction with other staff to develop and implement patient/family education programs. 6. 5%
: Manages resources including personnel, supplies, and equipment to maintain a safe and efficient environment. 7. 5%
Maintains schedule to ensure adequate coverage for patient care initiatives. The major duties, responsibilities and listed above are not intended to be all-inclusive of the duties, responsibilities and to be performed by employees in this job. Employee is expected to all perform other duties as requested by supervisor.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree (Required)RN - Registered Nurse - Ohio Board of NursingAdditional Job Description:Associates of Nursing Field of Study: Specific knowledge of etiology, diagnosis and treatment Years of Experience 2- 3 yrs. nursing ExperienceWork Shift:DayScheduled Weekly Hours :40DepartmentRadiation OncologyJoin us!
... if your passion is to work in a caring environment
... if you believe that learning is a life-long process
... if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industryEqual Employment OpportunityOhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment -

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