POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides direct patient care to assigned patients in the inpatient setting, collaborates with other departments and begins the process of proactive thinking when implementing the plan of care.  Serves as mentor to staff nurses and ancillary personnel; receives mentoring from Staff Nurse II and III, Nurse Educator and Patient Care Coordinator.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

            BSN is highly preferred. Minimum of one (1) year's experience required.  Verification of course completion in accordance with all American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support and Health Care Provider guidelines is required.  Must have a current ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Provider card.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

A current license from the Board of Nurse Examiners of the State of Texas to practice as a registered nurse is required. Must have a current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider or AHA BLS Instructor Provider card. Must have a current ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Provider card