Department: Inpatient Oncology/Hematology (Sands 600)

Location: Rochester General Hospital 

Hours Per Week: Part-Time (24 hours per week)

Schedule: Day/Evening/Night, Every Other Weekend, Every Other Holiday

SUMMARY: As a Registered Nurse (RN), you’re the engine and the heart of patient care at Rochester Regional Health. You make a positive difference every single day in the lives of our patients, their family members and visitors – going above and beyond to meet their needs with courtesy, kindness, respect and compassion.

The Inpatient Oncology/Hematology Unit at Rochester General Hospital is an acute medical unit specializing in the care of patients with hematologic and oncologic conditions, gynecological cancers, and palliative care needs. We provide comprehensive, compassionate care for individuals undergoing treatment for cancers such as breast, lung, prostate, gynecologic, and blood-related malignancies, while managing complications like infection, pain, neuropathy, anemia, and chemotherapy-related side effects.

In close collaboration with the Lipson Cancer Center, our patients benefit from access to cutting-edge oncology treatments, clinical trials, and multidisciplinary care from experts in medical and radiation oncology, surgery, and supportive services. Our team is committed to patient-centered, holistic care that addresses both medical and emotional needs, enhancing quality of life throughout every stage of treatment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Provides high-quality, patient-centered, clinical care

· Performs initial and ongoing assessment of the patient, utilizing appropriate data (i.e. physical, psychological, educational and risk-screen data appropriate for the chronological / developmental age of the patient).

· Communicates and documents assessment of patient with the interdisciplinary team. Utilizes all available resources in order to meet the needs of the patient and family.

· Develops and documents plan of care, treatment and services which is individualized and appropriate for the patient needs, strengths, limitations and goals.

· Complies with organizational policies, procedures and protocols including policies governing safety, medication administration and documentation.

· Revises plan of care based on ongoing evaluations and updates documentation appropriately.

· Completes at least one clinical research utilization (CRU) form for submission to Nursing Research Department utilizing a research article from the last 5 years from research performed in the United States. Compliance

· Completes a minimum of 5 nationally approved contact hours (CNE or CEU) per year.

· Completes mandatory in-services and health screens in timely manner.

· Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing

· Registered Nurse license in New York State.

· Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.

· At least 6 months RN experience preferred.