Registered Nurse
About us:
Central Care Cancer Center is dedicated to providing cancer care to patients in rural communities. We are currently seeking a Registered Nurse join our oncology team in Newton, KS. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of cancer patients while working in a supportive environment.
Job Overview:
As an Oncology Nurse, you will play a crucial role in providing nursing services and care to cancer patients undergoing treatment. Your responsibilities will include administering chemotherapy, monitoring patient vital signs, providing patient education and support, and facilitating communication between patients, families, and physicians.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
Schedule
Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm. No late nights or weekends.
Essential Functions
- Monitor and record vital signs including temperature, blood pressure, and pulse rate.
- Administer chemotherapy, injections, and perform lab draws as ordered.
- Administer patient medications as directed by the physician.
- Assist Physician during follow-ups and new consultations as needed
- Implement treatment plan for patients, including chemotherapy, lab work, and supportive care.
- Maintain accurate patient records, including charge sheets, chemotherapy administration records, and nursing progress notes.
- Chart all patient transactions, phone calls, and prescription refills.
- Serve as intermediary between patients, families, and physicians, facilitating communication and providing support.
- Counsel patients and family members about chemotherapy drugs side effects, treatment plan, etc.
- Educate patients and families on home care procedures and support services available.
Job Experience
- Bachelor's degree (B.S.N.) from four-year college or university; or Associate's degree (A.D.N.); or has completed a nursing program.
- 3 years' experience as a Registered Nurse a plus, however new nurses are encouraged to apply.
- Oncology experience a plus.
Other Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (B.S.N.) from four-year college or university; or Associate's degree (A.D.N.); or has completed a nursing program.
More about Newton, Kansas
Newton provides a friendly, small-town atmosphere, away from the metropolitan hustle and bustle, but it offers the convenience of city life just 20 minutes away. Newton is located 25 miles north of Wichita, which is the largest city in Kansas. Affordable real estate and proximity to the city, makes Newton an attractive place to live for those who like the blend of urban-meets-rural lifestyle.
A vibrant Kansas community of approximately 20,000 people, Newton is the county seat of Harvey County, which has a population of more than 35,000. Newton and neighboring North Newton combine to feature an active arts community, three National Historic Districts, plus a variety of museums and attractions.
Newton offers a beautiful historic downtown, features unique dining and shopping opportunities throughout the city, and it boasts more than two-dozen parks within close proximity. There are a wide variety of out-door recreational options -- from picnics, to disc golf, to hiking and biking, to fishing and camping.
Interstate 135 runs along the eastern part of the city, and provides convenient access for travel to and from Newton. Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport is only 33 miles south of Newton with access to non-stop flights across the country, including Los Angeles, Dallas-Fort-Worth, Atlanta and Chicago.
Featured Attractions:
Carriage Factory Art Gallery
Harvey County Historical Society & Museum
Kauffman Museum
Sand Creek Trail
Warkentin House Museum