Registered Nurse, Pharmacy - Columbus, United States - American Oncology Network LLC

Description

Location:
Zangmeister Cancer Center

Pay Range:
$ $47.85

Key Performance Areas:

Works in conjunction with pharmacists and the pharmacy team to safely and accurately mix and administer chemotherapeutic agents to patients as ordered by Company physicians.

Will use ONS standards and guidelines. Accurate and safe disposal of biohazardous waste, per OSHA and HRS guidelines.


Documentation:
Thorough and accurate documentation in OncoEMR of treatment rendered to patients. Ensure appropriate charges are captured by following guidelines for appropriate administration of all medications.
Will follow the Company's I.D. policy and procedure with every patient encounter.


Teaching:
Act as moderator/instructor for chemotherapy classes as needed. Educate staff members regarding new drug information.

Participates in the organizational quality and performance improvement strategic planning processes to develop, implement, maintain and enhance all Quality Management System activities that impact the pharmacy and its programsMaintains Standard Operating Procedures of Compliance ensuring requirements are communicated and managed according to accreditation standards, HIPAA, local, state and federal pharmacy regulations.

Supplies:
Includes assisting with inventory and re-stocking medical supplies, when called upon. Recommend purchase of new items as needed. Place stock in storage areas in a timely manner.


Nucleus:
Have working knowledge of dispensing medications via Nucleus. Able to perform cycle count. Restock medications within appropriate time frame. Enters all appropriate patient charges into Nucleus.


Meetings:
Attend annual Safety / OSHA training meetings. Attend all mandatory staff meetings as necessary.
Maintain and ensure the confidentiality of all patient and employee information at all times.
Assist in training new employees to related job duties.
Will be expected to work at any Company location to help meet the Company's business needs.

Complies with all federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to patient privacy, patient's rights, personnel law, safety, labor, and employment law.

Adheres to Company and departmental policies and procedures, including IT policies and procedures and Disaster Plan.


Required Experience/Qualifications:
Registered Nurse, licensed in the State of employment, with experience in IV therapy.
Experience with hematology/oncology patients in a clinic or hospital is required. Including mixing of chemotherapy agents.
Ability to assess patient needs and condition is essential. Must have strong critical thinking skills, as well as the ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Current CPR & BLS certifications are required.
Fluency in the English language with excellent oral and written communication skills is required.
Valid Driver's license, in state of residency, for travel to clinics.#AONN