Oncology Nurse at Sigma Consult

Details

• We are looking for a Oncology Nurse who are specialized in providing care and treatment to patients with cancer.
• You will work with physicians as a part of interdisciplinary teams to care for cancer patients in hospitals or clinics.

Responsibilities

• Create individualized care plans on patient under their supervision and care.
• Recognize and treat cancer-related issues.
• Collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals to share expertise and knowledge.
• Do cancer research to enhance treatment protocols assigned to cancer patients.
• Give supportive resources on the patient and the families to promote positive outlook.
• Teach patients and the families regarding treatment expectations.
• Watch and record the patient’s progress on a constant basis.
• Provides direct nursing care for specified patients, including appropriate supportive care and administration of chemotherapy, blood components, fluid and electrolyte replacements, and other oncology treatments as prescribed.
• Performs nursing assessments and triage of patient care needs for new and ongoing patients.
• Provides education to patients, families, and significant others.
• Provides family support as required, including applicable referrals and bereavement counseling.
• Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
• May train and guide other nursing and support staff engaged in clinical activities; may participate in research and related activities.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• BSc or other diploma from a nursing program
• Valid nursing license
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Knowledge of oncology treatment procedures, facilities and equipment.
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
• Ability to perform nursing assessments and patient triage.
• Knowledge of supportive care principles and techniques for oncology patients.
• Ability to educate patients and/or families as to the nature of disease and to provide instruction on proper care and treatment.
• Ability to maintain emotional stability to cope with human suffering, emergencies, and other stresses.
• Knowledge of the nature and treatments of oncological diseases and of reactions and side effects of related therapy methods.
• Patient assessment and referral skills.
• Knowledge of bereavement counseling techniques.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

• Work involves considerable exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
• Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.

Salary
Salary Offer N100,000 - N200,000/Month