REGISTERED NURSE Oncology

Job Description

Description

Mountain View Hospital is looking for a Registered Nurse to join our team!

Job Summary

Oncology Nurses are registered nurses who specialize in the treatment and care of patients with cancer through all aspects of their journey. In addition to the usual nursing roles of giving medicine, observing patients and help with diagnostic tests, oncology nurses may supervise chemotherapy or radiation treatments. They may teach patients and their families about the disease and its treatment. Because of their specialized knowledge of the care of cancer patients, oncology nurses often serve as resources to other staff members. Nursing work can be physically taxing, and you risk injury from lifting patients and moving equipment.

Benefits

Taking care for our community starts with taking care of our own team. Mountain View Hospital is proud to offer its employees competitive and comprehensive benefit packages. Benefits include :

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)
• Earned Quarterly Bonus Program
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Mountain View Hospital and Idaho Falls Community Hospital

Please note benefits are based on eligibility according to full-time, part-time or PRN status classification.

Duties And Responsibilities

About Mountain View

Mountain View Hospital and our 29 affiliate clinics are committed to providing compassionate, cutting edge care to our patients. We serve the entire Snake River Valley – all the way from Pocatello to Rexburg. Our medical capabilities span everything from wound care to urgent care, oncology to neurology, physical therapy to speech therapy, a Level III NICU, robust robotic surgery department and a continuously expanding rural health practice.

Our work environment is mission driven, people-centric and supportive. It is what sets apart and makes people excited to come to work each day. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply.

Qualifications

Education / Certification : Graduate of an accredited RN program. Current RN licensure in the state of Idaho. Current BLS and ACLS certification and renewal as required. Successful completion of PALS course within 7 months of hire date and renewal as required. Complete the basic dysrhythmia class with a grade of 84% or higher within 6 months of hire date, if no prior telemetry experience.

Experience : Nursing experience in med-surg, ICU or ER is desired. Chemotherapy administration experience is a bonus. Chemotherapy / Biotherapy Course certification is required within 3 months of hire.

Equipment / Technology : Basic computer knowledge.

Language / Communication : Must have the ability to effectively read, write, and speak English.

Mathematical Skills : Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers. Able to calculate correct doses by applying necessary formulas as needed.

Mental Capabilities : Ability to problem solve and handle stressful situations. Time management skills and the ability to prioritize patient care is a must.

Interpersonal : Ability to work well with others.

Performance : Demonstrates ability to safely provide expected patient care—demonstrates ability to safely perform lab draws and provide information regarding patient care to other team members.