Participates with Cancer Center Manager in development and implementation of the philosophy and objectives for the clinical services provided at the Cancer Center.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Has clinical responsibility for Infusion Therapy and Clinic Core Areas.
- Assists the Cancer Center Director and Manager in the development and monitoring of operational and capital budget.
- Ensures appropriate charge capture and reconciliation.
- Performs management duties as delegated by Operations Manager, including scheduling, staffing, and patient assignments
- Accountable for staffing plan.
- Assists Operations Manager in the selection, orientation, skill development, evaluation, and discipline of clinical personnel.
- Provides opportunities for staff development and unit inservices as needed.
- Assures appropriate patient education.
- Analyzes nursing services to improve patient care and obtain maximum utilization of staff time and abilities to meet patient care needs.
- Responsible for assuring effective patient flow on a daily basis.
- Responsible for development and implementation of clinical standards.
- Delivers care with an awareness of patient’s age, growth, development, cultural, and spiritual differences.
- Serves as liaison between Administration and Medical Staff by participating in committees as assigned by Director.
- Responsible for interdepartmental quality improvement in problem solving and initiates appropriate action as planned.
- Performs other duties as assigned
Educational and/or Professional Qualifications:
- Bachelors or Associates degree in Nursing.
Previous Experience:
Five years of general nursing experience, management experience (advanced education is desirable)
Licensure, Certification, Registration, etc.:
- Valid registration as a Registered Nurse in the State of Louisiana.
- ONC certification encouraged.
