Job Description - Charge Nurse - Oncology Phillips Family Cancer Center SB Southampton Hospital (2304403)
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
- Plan, coordinate, direct, and oversee the daily operations in the Medical Oncology infusion area.
- Supervises staff and facilitates communication with physicians and LIP's to provide optimal patient care.
- Rose model in communication to encourage colleagues through example.
- Mentor and train new staff while providing support and guidance to all staff members.
- Monitor medical charts and administer compassionate care and assistance to patients & families.
- Involvement in performance improvement activities for the department.
- Creating balanced assignments for nursing staff.
- Assisting with scheduling of the nursing staff.
- Record and maintain accurate reports and statistics.
- Liaise with doctors and administrators and communicate any protocol changes to staff.
- Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations.
- Escalates patient issues to the appropriate manager.
- Takes appropriate action to address patient concerns and complaints.
- Ensures compliance and adherence with Stony Brook Medicine policies, procedures, and protocols.
SPECIAL SKILLS OR EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum of 3 years work experience as a Charge Nurse or similar role required.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Compassionate with sound judgment and problem-solving.
- ONS/Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certification preferred or obtained within 3 months.
- BLS Required.
- Current NYS RN License.
- Experience in Cerner/Power Chart EMS preferred.
- Potential for exposure to biohazardous waste/chemicals/fumes/vapors.
Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:
- Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Southampton's Employee Health Services.
- Successfully complete a 4-panel drug screen.
- Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre-employment screenings.
- Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).
Company Overview:
Stony Brook Southampton Hospital as part of the Stony Brook Medicine provides direct access to the highest level of academic-based medical care. Located in the heart of the village of Southampton, two hours from New York City, the hospital provides healthcare services to a diverse community of year-round residents, second homeowners, and vacationers.
Job Number: 2304403
Job Field: Oncology
Primary Location: US-NY-Southampton
Department/Hiring Area: Phillips Family Cancer Center
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