RN Clinic Scotland Cancer Treatment Center

Department:

Scotland Memorial Hospital - Hematology/Oncology Clinic

Status:

Part time

Shift:

Various (United States of America)

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Experience (Yrs/Type)
•Preferred At Hire: 1 - 2 Yrs Experience

Certification/Licensure (including annual requirements)
•Minimum Requirement: Current NC or multi-state RN license; CPR
•Preferred at Hire: Certification in specific unit/dept

•Minimum Requirement: Demonstrates Excellent Communication Skills, Both Written And Verbal. Diplomacy, Tact, And A Positive Approach To Problem Solving Are Required To Be Successful. Organizational Skills Are A Must. Fosters A Teamwork Environment. Must Be Able To Communicate With Patients, Customers, Other Departments, And Staff In An Articulate Manner.

Job Description:

A.Individualized, goal directed, nursing care should be provided to patients through the use of the Nursing Process. The RN functions independently with little supervision.
1.Assessments:
a.Assesses all assigned patients prior to seeing the physician, including patient’s physical and mental health, reaction to illness, treatment requirements as well as current medication or chemotherapy regimen, vital signs, pain control and toxicity assessments.
b.Age Specific Competency: Staff members will have knowledge of human growth and development through the life span of the patient and have the ability to meet the needs of and provide the care of these patients. The age categories to be included are: Young Adult/Adult 18 – 64 yrs; Adult/Middle-Aged 65 - 79 yrs; Geriatric 80+ yrs

2.Planning:
a.Initiates Nursing Care Plans which identifies the patient’s present/potential problems from the patient assessment and formulates a nursing diagnosis or problem statement.
b.Individualizes a plan of care based on collected data, identified problems, and established goals with patient/family input.
c.Formulates nursing orders that delineate interventions to be taken relating specifically to identified patient/family needs including education, discharge planning, and follow-up care.

3.Implementation:
a.Administers nursing care according to MD’s orders and nursing plan of care within the scope of hospital and nursing department policies and procedures.
b.Demonstrates accurate technical skill and operational knowledge of: Procedures, Medications, IV therapy, Side effect management, Telephone triage.
c.Demonstrates ability to recognize and function appropriately under stress and in a crisis situation.
d.Communicates (verbally and written) the results of the nursing assessment, the plan of care, and the patient’s response to care to all individuals involved in patient care.
e.Anticipates psycho-social and spiritual needs of the patient involving appropriate services as needed.
f.Facilitates and implements patient and family teaching.
g.Recognizes the needs for additional patient care services, and coordinates these activities with appropriate individuals or outside agency.

4.Evaluation:
a.Evaluates patient’s status and interventions and modifies plan as needed with input from care team members and patient/family.
b.Records the evaluation of the patient’s response to nursing intervention.
c.Evaluates patient and family preparedness for the care of the patient at home.

B.Ensures accuracy and relevancy of patient records and other hospital documents
1.Documents legibly on the patient record and is thorough, accurate, and complete.
2.Completes and submits Variance Reports within the shift.
3.Documents errors in charting according to policy.
4.Reviews and maintains narcotic control sheets according to hospital policy and procedure.
5.Uses appropriate terminology and approved hospital abbreviations.
6.Reviews and signs off patient chart at end of clinic.

C.Maintains department specific skill competencies
1.Satisfactorily completes annual competency review.
2.Consistently demonstrates skills necessary to provide competent care to all assigned patients.
3.Demonstrates initiative to acquire skills necessary to provide new care treatments or services.

Careers

At Scotland Health Care System, we’re proud to employ a team of dedicated professionals who embody the Scotland Way.

Founded in 1946, Scotland Health Care System is a community-owned, not-for-profit organization serving Laurinburg, North Carolina. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to deliver safe, high-quality, compassionate, and sustainable health care to everyone in need.

We offer a full spectrum of services—including inpatient, outpatient, and emergency care—along with specialized programs in cancer treatment, cardiac care, surgical services, and women’s health.

Our culture is built on caring—for our patients and for our people. We believe that when we take exceptional care of our employees, they can provide exceptional care to our communities. That’s why we offer:

• Competitive compensation

• Family-friendly benefits including Paid Parental Leave and On-Site Childcare

• Flexible scheduling

• Exclusive savings programs

• Career growth and advancement opportunities

If you’re looking for more than just a job—if you want a meaningful career where you can make a difference—Scotland Health Care System is the place for you. Join our team today!