Registered Nurse (RN) Clinical Coordinator Radiation Oncology FT

Job Title: Clinical Coordinator RN

Location: Clara Maass Medical Center

Department Name: Radiation Oncology

Req #: 0000252034

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $110,150.29 - $143,195.38 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

RWJBH is seeking a Clinical Care Coordinator, Registered Nurse for our Radiation Oncology Department at the Clara Maass Medical Center campus. The Clinical Care Coordinator ensures continuity of care through clear communication on patient status with the inpatient unit staff and department staff as appropriate. The Radiation Oncology Nurse Coordinator is a professional Registered Nurse who assumes clinical responsibility for a specific caseload of patients, supports the research mission by collaborating with the care team and monitoring patients as appropriate.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Graduate of an NLN accredited school of nursing required
• BSN Degree
• Mininimum 2 - 5 years of RN experience with a focus in ambulatory and /or oncology nursing
• Knowledge of EMR and workflows in the ambulatory care setting
• Knowledge of standard of care Treatment for Radiation Oncology Patients

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Active NJ RN license or compact RN license with NJ endorsement
• BLS from the American Heart Association
• ACLS Certification within 90 days of hire
• PALS Certification within 90 days of hire
• Oncology Certification or ability to obtain within 2 years of hire date

Scheduling Requirements:

• Day Shift, 8:30a - 4:30p (variable and not guaranteed)
• Full-Time, 37.5 hours
• Monday – Friday

Essential Functions:

• The Radiation Oncology Nurse Coordinator is a professional Registered Nurse who assumes clinical responsibility for a specific caseload of patients
• Supports the research mission by collaborating with the care team and monitoring patients as appropriate
• Reviews orders and delivers care as appropriate including but not limited to administration of medication, hydration, oral/IV contrast and phlebotomy
• Maintains continuity by following up with patients via telephone on any issues that are pending from the visit
• Has working knowledge of current radiation oncology clinical trials and communicates to research nurse and or physician of potential trial candidates
• Working under the direction of a physician, the radiation oncology nurse specialist: accesses the patients past history and current condition
• Establishes and monitors the family goals and outcomes,
• Coordinates, monitors and evaluates patient care in the outpatient setting,
• Accesses and implements patient/family education and home care needs,
• Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to access each patient s age specific needs and age specific treatment and care for the pediatric, young adult, adult, and geriatric population
• Assists with the coordination of patient care services from the inpatient setting to the ambulatory setting or vice versa by communicating with the floor nurses as needed
• Works with the office coordinator to ensure that all relevant clinical information is obtained, reviewed and available in Radiation Oncology ARIA prior to the consult and follow up visit
• Works with physician to ensure follow up orders are written and carried out proactively and ensures all orders are completed and signed off according to RWJ Hospital and Department of Radiation Oncology Policy

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing.  These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
• ….and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer