Clinical Nurse C-Radiation Med

Cancer Program (Full-time, Day shift)

Job Summary: The Clinical Nurse C-Radiation Medicine specializes in providing patient-centered care for patients with malignant and non-malignant tumors that are treated with radiation. Must be knowledgeable about highly specialized radiation medicine courses of treatment. Utilizes skilled discretion and independent judgment to prioritize, coordinate, provide and document direct and indirect age-specific and developmentally appropriate quality patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment. Performs the nursing process (assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation) independently and in accordance with LLUMC-Murrieta's established Professional Practice Model (Duffy's Quality Caring Theory). Meets qualifications, licensure, certifications and competencies as defined in the department-specific Plan for Providing Care. Functions in a skills mix environment and effectively supervises and delegates tasks to a team of licensed and unlicensed staff in accordance with level of competency. Applies theoretical concepts to clinical practice and exhibits self-motivation to continually expand knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in radiation medicine. Demonstrates passion and discipline for the translation of evidence into practice at point-of-care that will optimize patient outcomes. Functions within the expectations of an accomplished professional nurse and represents nursing as an empowered profession readily embracing new knowledge, innovations and improvements in practice to enhance the patient experience and clinical outcomes. Performs other duties as needed.

Education and Experience: Associate of Science Degree in nursing required. If hired after January 1, 2021, enrollment in a Bachelor of Science Degree nursing program within six months of hire with expected completion two and a half years after enrollment required. Minimum of two years' experience in general clinical nursing required. Minimum of one year experience in oncology nursing required. External hires into the CN-C position are granted one year to meet CN-C criteria outlined in the Clinical Nurse Ladder handbook. The CN-C is eligible to be promoted into the CN-D classification when criteria outlined in the Clinical Nurse Ladder handbook and job specifications outlined in CN-D job description are met.

Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrates advanced competencies in clinical oncology nursing including radiation medicine. Ability to apply theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expands knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in radiation medicine and specialized treatment modalities. Basic knowledge of healthcare regulations and accreditation required. Exhibits professional behavior at all times. Able to: speak, read and write legibly in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality; use computer, printer and software programs necessary to the position, e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, electronic medical record, electronic event reporting program; troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment; perform technical patient care activities; relate and communicate positively, effectively and professionally with others; be assertive and consistent in following and enforcing policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; lead, supervise, teach and collaborate; accept direction; think critically; work independently with minimal supervision; perform basic math and statistical functions; manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; work well under pressure; problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail; distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place; see adequately to read computer screens, medical records and written documents necessary to position; discern temperature variances through touch.

Licensures and Certifications: Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license required. Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required.