Nurse Coordinator, Radiation Oncology

Company: BJC HealthCare
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: October 17, 2020

Job Description:

Job ID: 1206905Employment Status: Full-TimeMore Information:Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.Staff in the Radiation Oncology Department work with leading experts from the Siteman Cancer Center, the first and only National Cancer Institute designated comprehensive cancer center in the St. Louis region.-- With a staff of approximately 250 medical and allied health professionals, the department of Radiation Oncology offers its hospital staff the opportunity to work in a cutting-edge environment focused solely on delivering exceptional and uncompromising patient care.OverviewRole PurposeCoordinates the health care of select patient populations/designated service across the continuum of care. Responsible for coordination of patient contact, patient education, prepares patient/family for procedure/test in collaboration with the healthcare team.ResponsibilitiesFacilitates patient care by assessing and evaluating patient's physical, psychosocial and emotional needs.Coordinates the delivery of safe and appropriate patient care governed by evidence-based clinical practice.Monitors care and data to optimize patient outcomes.Facilitate the education of patients and families. Acts as a resource to the health care team.Ensures actions meet and support the overall goals of the business.BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.Minimum RequirementsDegreeNursing Diploma/Associate's - NursingExperience2-5 yearsSupervisor ExperienceNo ExperienceLicenses & CertificationsRNPreferred Requirements and Additional Job InformationDegreeBachelor's Degree - NursingBenefits StatementNote: not all benefits apply to all openings- Comprehensive medical, dental, life insurance, and disability plan optionsPension Plan*/403(b) Plan401(k) planTuition AssistanceHealth Care and Dependent Care Reimbursement AccountsOn-Site Fitness Center (depending on location)Paid Time Off Program for vacation, holiday and sick time*Pension does not apply to Memorial Hospital, Memorial Hospital East, Memorial Medical Group, Alton Memorial or Parkland Health CenterLegal StatementThe above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.Equal Opportunity Employer

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