OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center · 3 months ago
*Oncology Research RN - CTO
Oklahoma-Oklahoma City-Health Sciences Center
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelOU Health Stephenson Cancer Center is Oklahoma’s only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-Designated Cancer Center, providing advanced cancer treatment options. The Oncology Research RN – CTO role involves performing professional nursing duties, including patient assistance, sample collection, medication administration, and collaboration with healthcare professionals.
BiotechnologyHealth CareHospitalMedicalNon ProfitOncology
Responsibilities
Assists physician during the examination as needed. Prepares patient for examination. Ensures that all information is available to the physician
Collects samples from patients to include but not limited to blood, urine, etc. Prepares samples for analysis or shipment
Takes and records various readings to include but not limited to heart and respiratory rate, blood pressure, weight, body temperature, etc
Makes or follows up on patient appointments. Answers routine questions from patients, family, or caregivers. Provides educational information to patients, family, or caregivers
Collects all laboratory reports, data, and records
Under direction of physician or other medical personnel, administers medication to patients. Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to provide efficient quality patient care
Responds to and intervenes in emergency situations to include but not limited to anaphylaxis, hypoglycemia, hypotension, hemorrhage, respiratory distress, etc
Directs and evaluates the work of some personnel to include but not limited to Clinic Clerks, Medical Assistants, and other Nurses. Acts as a lead employee when work performed requires little or no direct supervision
Assists with conscious sedation of patients
Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position
Qualification
Required
Associate's Degree in Nursing
State of Oklahoma Registered Nurse Licensure
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
Advanced knowledge of techniques needed to diagnose and treat illness or injury related issues, to includes but not limited to treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health care measures
Advanced knowledge of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Ability to give full attention to what is being said and understand the points being made
Ability to ask questions when appropriate
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to deal with staff, physicians, visitors, vendors, and patients in a tactful, diplomatic, and pleasant manner
Ability to work in stressful situations and meet deadlines
Must be detail oriented and organized
Ability to work independently and as a team member
Basic math and computer skills
Detail oriented for accuracy of data and information
Well organized and ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines
Ability to build and maintain rapport with students, faculty, staff, and providers
Ability to solve problems
Standing for prolonged periods
Regular bending, stooping, reaching, pulling and pushing
Frequent exposure to odors and exposure to human blood, blood products, bodily fluids and potential exposure to infections or diseases
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
Company
OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center
Oklahoma’s only comprehensive academic cancer center, OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center at the University of Oklahoma is a nationally noted leader in research and patient care.
Founded in 2011Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.7M2023-02-07Grant· $1.7M
Leadership Team
Shawn Long
CTO Manager, Tissue Lab at Stephenson Cancer Center
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