Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Med Surg Oncology
Company: Banner Health
Location: Gilbert
Posted on: January 18, 2023
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Job Description:
Primary City/State:
Gilbert, Arizona
Department Name:
Med/Surg-Oncology
Work Shift:
Night
Job Category:
Clinical Care
$5,000 Sign-On Incentive; requires a 12 month commitment. $10,000
Sign-On Incentive; requires a 24 month commitment
Your Journey with us began the moment you made the choice to seek a
career with Banner Health. Whether you are just beginning your
career or your Journey has spanned 30 years, Banner's employer
commitment is: "We'll help make a difference in your life and
career so you can make a difference in the lives of others."
The Banner Gateway Medical Surgical Unit, is a very busy, 24-bed
unit that specializes in the care of oncology patients.
Responsibilities include caring for patients from diagnosis to
treatment of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and radiation treatment,
symptom management, palliative (supportive) care, clinical trials,
and care of some stem cell patients. A high percentage of our
patients have a diagnosis of leukemia, but we care for patients
with all types of cancer. We are affiliated with MD Anderson Cancer
Center and work closely with them to ensure our patients get the
best cancer care possible. Many of our patients have extended stays
to complete their course of treatment. This allows us to really get
to know each patient and their family members, which helps to form
a therapeutic relationship/bond. Our nurses find this aspect of the
job very rewarding.
This is a full-time position: 3 12-hour shifts, 7p - 7:30a
You will also have the opportunity utilize our self-scheduling tool
for shift and weekend coverage. Enjoy an 18%-night shift
differential and a flat rate $3/hour weekend shift
differential.
Experience innovative technology and exceptional opportunities for
growth and development at Banner Health's state-of-the-art hospital
Banner Gateway Medical Center. With comprehensive electronic
medical records, physician order entry, digital radiography and
proprietary advanced patient monitoring, Banner Gateway provides
you with the innovative resources you need to provide your patients
with the best care possible. Our commitment to nursing excellence
has enabled us to achieve Magnet recognition by the American Nurses
Credentialing Center. Located near Phoenix in Gilbert, Ariz.,
Banner Gateway Medical Center offers 176 private rooms, eight
operating suites, a 37-bed emergency department and shares a campus
with the Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center. Key specialties include
oncology, obstetrics, bariatric surgery, emergency and other
services that focus on meeting the changing needs of the dynamic
and growing community we serve. About Banner MD Anderson Cancer
Center Located in Gilbert, Ariz. (the Phoenix Metro area) on the
Banner Gateway Campus, the center provides world-class care for
oncology patients - both inpatient and outpatient - and has also
brought leading oncology programs to the Banner Gateway campus
including Stem Cell Transplantation and comprehensive Head & Neck
cancer care. Our capabilities include five linear accelerator
vaults, a brachytherapy vault, an advanced diagnostic imaging suite
with PET/CT scan, more than 50 infusion bays, a cryopreservation
lab and much more. Our inpatient medical oncology unit also
incorporates a program that utilizes the electronic surveillance
partnership in caring for the patient, where remote nurses have the
ability to interact with patients via two way audio-video to assist
the bedside nurse with patient care.
POSITION SUMMARY
This position provides nursing care under the direction and
supervision of a registered nurse and/or licensed physician, and is
accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self
or others who are under his or her direction. This position
observes, contributes to the plan of care, implements, reports and
documents patient care in accordance with department policies,
standard of care and state scope of practice. This position
utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills
necessary to contribute to the assessment of data and to plan,
provide and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and
developmental age of assigned patients.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Observes, compiles and reports the patient's physical,
psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental,
cultural and discharge planning needs. Reviews available
information obtained by health care team members.
2. Contributes to plan of care under direction of registered nurse,
including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data and
patient, family and health team input. Considers the physical,
cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age specific and educational
needs of the patient in the plan of care. Plans care in
collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary team. Reviews
plan of care to reflect changing patient needs and provides input
for updates as needed.
3. Implements care based on delegated interventions identified in
care plan and medical orders, within scope of practice. Provides
care based on physician orders and the nursing plan of care, in
compliance with policies and procedures, standards of care, and
regulatory agency requirements. May delegate and provide
supervision in the provision of care to non-licensed personnel, in
accordance with state scope of practice. Promotes continuity of
care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers
the status of patients for whom care is provided.
4. Reports condition of patient, including signs and symptoms which
may be indicative of change in the patient's condition to the
registered nurse and/or physician. Observes and reports patient
progress towards goals and expected outcomes in collaboration with
other health care team members. Observes and reports patient's
response and the effectiveness of patient teaching.
5. Documents observation, implementation and data in the patient
record. Documentation reflects objective/subjective data, nursing
interventions and patient's response to treatment. Notes physician
orders accurately and in a timely manner.
6. May plan, organize, develop and coordinate the completion of
documentation and the input of patient assessment data as required
by federal regulation. Maintains, updates and revises required
documentation according to patient changes in condition, as
regulated by federal and/or state guidelines. Effectively
communicates and coordinates with members of the interdisciplinary
team regarding appropriate functional/care level and transition to
another level. Performs audits related to the reimbursement
documentation and the quality management process. Reviews audit
results and presents summary information for management utilization
and review.
7. May coordinate the admission process including new resident
evaluations. Provides verbal and written communication to
residents, families and referrals sources regarding the process for
admission to the center. Facilitates problem solving with
residents, families, referral sources, insurance companies and
clinical staff.
8. This position works under supervision, prioritizing data from
multiple sources to provide quality care and support to the patient
and family. Incumbents work in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful
environment with a strong focus on customer service. Interacts with
staff at all levels throughout the facility, as well as patients,
families and physicians.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess a current, valid LPN or LVN license in state of
practice, temporary LPN or LVN license in state of practice, or
compact LPN or LVN licensure for current state of practice. BLS
certification is required. Additional certification or continuing
education may be required based on area of practice. Completion of
a state approved IV therapy program may be required in certain
facilities and/or departments in accordance with state scope of
practice, regulatory requirements or facility/ department
policy.
Banner Registry and Travel positions require a minimum of one year
experience in an acute care hospital setting. Experience must
include working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months
as a LPN or LVN in the specialty area. Employees working for Banner
Home Care/Hospice or Boswell Skilled Nursing Facility must possess
an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and
maintain the card for the duration of their employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in designated clinical area is preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EOE/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
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