We are seeking a Clinical Practice Nurse (Ambulatory) who will work under the Nurse Manager for Medical Oncology at Green Spring Station. The Sr. Clinical Nurse is a member of the multidisciplinary team that specializes in oncology nursing. They will be responsible for the coordination of care for the oncology patient from diagnosis to survivorship including end-of-life issues. They will work with the multidisciplinary team to plan and implement a plan of care for the oncology patient through clinical resources, being a patient advocate and an educator for the patient and family. The Sr. Clinical Nurse reports to nursing leadership.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinates clinical care of the patient with the other team members including physicians, social work, care management, and nursing.
• Establishes a plan of care in conjunction with the physician and will include other disciplines as needed.
• Will coordinate care across multiple departments including testing, education, and the day-to-day care of the patient.
• Provide direct patient care based on the nursing process while mentoring others to promote quality and excellence of care.
• Serves as a clinical expert resource for patients and their families.
• Serves as a resource for other disciplines regarding patient issues in the day-to-day plan of care.
• Ensures a high level of nursing care for the patient.
• Establishes and implements policies and procedures for the specialty practice and patients.
• Serves as a liaison between the patient /family and the multidisciplinary team.
• Accountable for own decisions regarding patient care.
• Analyzes patient care data to deliver and evaluate care.
• Triage and review incoming phone messages, Epic InBasket and communications with doctors and/or patients as needed.
• Knowledge of current health care environment.
• Has direct patient care 85% of scheduled hours.

• Individual must be a registered nurse, licensed in the State of Maryland or state where practicing.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or related discipline required.
• Require minimum of two years of related nursing experience, with additional experience preferred.
• Additional experience may substitute for Bachelor's Degree and related Master's Degree may be considered in lieu of experience.

Competencies

• Working knowledge of Epic and Epic?s Beacon ordering system.
• Ability to analyze data to synthesize and summarize information and make judgments regarding patient care.
• Highly effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills to establish working relationships that foster optimal quality patient care.
• Ability to document legibly using a writing instrument.
• Ability to use a computer keyboard to input and obtain data.
• CPR and AED certified.
• Ability to properly conduct general physiologic monitoring and patient care equipment such as an EKG.
• Accountable authority for decisions regarding patient care.

Development

• Serves as a clinical expert resource to leadership and staff in the development and implementation of nursing standards consistent with the established model of care.
• Maintains leadership competency by participation in continuing education, professional organizations, and other related activities.
• Works collaboratively with clinical leadership and supportive resources to ensure that patients have access to comprehensive interdisciplinary patient and family educational programs throughout their care trajectory.

Classified Title: Sr. Clinical Nurse 
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Clinical Practice Nurse (Ambulatory)   
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MF  
Starting Salary Range: $75,100 - $131,700 Annually ($103,400 targeted; Commensurate with experience) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: M-F/8:30-5:00 
Exempt Status: Exempt 
Location: School of Medicine Campus 
Department name: ???????SOM Onc Greenspring  
Personnel area: School of Medicine 

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