RN Oncology Clinic - UnitedHealth Group

**$10,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates** **Optum STATE, (formerly The Everett Clinic) is seeking a RN Oncology to join our team in Everett, WA. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.** **As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.** At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, you'll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while **Caring. Connecting. Growing together.** Under general responsibility, responsible for the nursing management of patients being infused with chemotherapy or biologic therapy agents, fluids and/or other medications. Provides direct patient care, consults with physicians and other nurses, sets clinical standards and is involved with education activities. Acts as liaison between patient/physician and other departments. **Primary Responsibilities:** + Evaluates patient care needs. Suggests solutions to patient care problems & complaints + Assesses patient/family learning needs and coordinates and carries out teaching plan + Assessment and management of venous access devices including complications + Performs a nursing assessment prior to each infusion and throughout procedure + Follows procedures related to the verification of orders and products when administering chemotherapy or other products + Monitors patient during infusion, observing for untoward reactions + Calculation of Body Surface Area for oncology patients + Process prescription refills per protocol + Telephone triage/consultation with patients + Patient/Family education + Drawing of labs for patient evaluation prior to chemotherapy/biotherapy administration + Knowledge of all medications and potential side effects prior to infusion. Safely prepares infusion setups and administration processes + Utilizes the principles of teamwork inside and outside of his/her department + Orient patient and family to chemotherapy and infusion process + Provide Psychosocial support to patient and family and refers to other resources within PRCP which may include consultation from behavioral health, social services, dietitians, financial counselors or pastoral care when patient's situation indicates + Utilizes effective communication strategies in inter-personal relationships with patients, families, physicians, and other health care providers + Demonstrates effective/informative charting & written communication + Communicates problems and concerns to department supervisor as necessary The Everett Clinic joined Optum in 2019, working together across the Puget Sound, the partnership means we're able to expand our services and locations to offer even more services. As we grow, we'll keep on giving you top-quality care, just as we always have. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone. You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. **Required Qualifications:** + Graduation from an accredited Nursing program (RN or BSN) + Current Washington State licensure **Preferred Qualifications:** + ONS Biotherapy & Chemotherapy Provider Card Oncology Nursing Certification. If not OCN upon hire, it will be an expectation of employment once eligible + 1+ years of current clinical experience in Oncology setting **Washington Residents Only:** The hourly range for this role is $28.03 to $54.95 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. _Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law._ _OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment._