Job Description

Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System?
At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in.

Job Summary:

Responsible to manage Oncology patients and service across the continuum of health care services through collaboration with care givers, patients, and their family members, physicians and other health professionals to overcome healthcare system barriers.

Coordinates Oncology services to ensure achievement of patient outcomes in a timely manner, and enhances care giver, physicians, patient and family satisfaction across the continuum of health care services.

Promotes evidenced based medical practice of the patient population throughout the health care system.

Provides supervision of staff and patients involved in clinical oncology protocols/trials.

Responsibilities:

Essential Job Functions

1. Care planning to meet patient needs, notifying physicians of results, and maintain policies and procedures that meet regulations, but also promote innovation.

2. Patient care that addresses physical and psychosocial aspects in accordance with their needs and ensuring communication is affective throughout the treatment process.

3. Basic nursing competency assessment and response to emergency situations.

4. Supports the patients by coordinating resources to manage the disease process- including tools to assess and consult appropriate supports (i.e – Assesses distress, helping patients address issues, when unable consulting SW or other community partners).

5. Support the data and agenda for the Oncology Tumor Board and be an active participant to maintain certification for oncology.

6. Support the outpatient oncology clinics held at Methodist Fremont Health.

7. Supports the platform used to track genetically high risk patients.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8 hour days, 7:30am - 4pm

Job Description:

Job Requirements

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred.

Experience

• Three years clinical experience in Oncology case management required.

• Five or more years Case management in Oncology preferred.

License/Certifications

• Current valid Registered Nurse (RN) license, valid compact multistate license, or a temporary permit while awaiting licensure required.

• Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire.

• Professional certification and involvement in professional organizations in area of expertise and/or case management (i.e. Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN), Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse (AOCN), Advanced Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist (AOCNS) preferred.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate and interact with patients, family members, hospital personnel, and co-workers.

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work assignments.

• Ability to learn, retain, and utilize computer skills that are required for department and hospital information system.

• Ability to think critically and problem solve.

• Ability to start Intravenous (IV) lines.

Physical Requirements

Physical

• Continuously stand/walk or lift/handle/carry materials or equipment of moderate weight (20-50lbs).

Environmental

• Located in an indoor area with possible exposure to radiation.

Hazards

• OSHA Category 1- Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and other potentially infection.

About Methodist:

Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission.

Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.