**Job Overview** The RN II independently provides direct nursing care to patients and their families in accordance with established policies, procedures, and practices. Location: Lowell General Main Campus- Oncology Hours: Per Diem **Job Description** **Minimum Qualifications:** 1. Massachusetts RN Licensure. 2. 12 Months - Less than 3 Years of RN Experience. 3. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification. 4. Department Specific: Certification(s) relevant to the department and the type of patient care being provided may be required. **Duties and Responsibilities:** The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. + Participates in and maintains awareness of performance improvement initiates. + Conscientiously evaluates and integrates evidence-based practice and research into clinical practice. + Conducts and documents accurate clinical assessments. + Develops, implements, and evaluates the patient’s individualized plan of care. + Uses professional nursing judgment to individualize the plan of care based on assessment of the patient's needs. + Manages own patient assignment by delegating and effectively based on patient needs and skills of team members. + Develops a comprehensive educational plan for the patient and family, utilizing appropriate resources, and documents according to department standards. + Recognizes patient/family rights through support of their informed decisions and advanced directives. + Continually evaluates and revises the care plan according to changes in the patient’s health status. + Develops a comprehensive discharge plan utilizing appropriate resources and referrals including community resources. + Supports the development of new staff members and helps facilitate their transition into unit. + Guides the professional growth of department staff through precepting. + Participates in professional development by identifying learning needs and seeking appropriate education. + Participates in departmental committees as needed. **Other Duties Include:** + 1. Triaging patient call + 2. Communication with other oncologic disciplines + 3. Managing patient care in clinic + 4. Assisting providers with patient results, prescriptions, and any other clinic tasks + 5. Oral chemotherapy navigation + 6. Patient oncology education + 7. Coordination of care