Student

Requisition Id: 9613

Patient Assessment and Monitoring:

Continuously assess the physical, emotional, and psychological needs of cancer patients, monitoring vital signs and overall health status.
Treatment Administration:

Safely prepare and administer various cancer treatments, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and other specialized therapies, while adhering to strict protocols for drug handling.
Symptom and Side Effect Management:

Manage common side effects of cancer treatments, such as nausea, pain, fatigue, and potential complications, to ensure patient comfort.
Patient and Family Education:

Educate patients and their families about the cancer diagnosis, treatment options, side effects, self-care strategies, and available resources.
Coordination of Care:

Collaborate with physicians, oncologists, specialists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement comprehensive, individualized patient care plans.
Emotional and Psychosocial Support:

Provide essential emotional support, psychological care, and companionship to patients and their families, helping them cope with the challenges of a cancer diagnosis.
Documentation and Record Keeping:

Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, documentation of health history, treatment progress, and care plans.
Advocacy:

Advocate for patient needs and concerns within the healthcare system, ensuring their preferences and rights are respected.
Research and Quality Improvement:

Participate in clinical trials, research, and quality improvement initiatives to stay current with oncology nursing practices and contribute to advancements in cancer care.