This position directs the overall operations of the Oncology Services program and is responsible for the day to day patient care management, safety, and experience of patients with cancer and hematologic diseases undergoing chemotherapy, and infusion therapy.  The incumbent is responsible for the clinical and administrative components of the quality of patient care, personnel management, and quality assurance.  Provides operational guidance and leadership to Clinical Managers and Charge Nurses; ambulatory oncology nurses and clinical staff; collaborates with clinical services in the budgetary, research, and clinical performance improvement activities; while striving for optimal outcomes for staff and patients.  Reports to Chief Nursing Officer on all nursing practice and care issues.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Startup and implementation of new medical oncology clinic, chemotherapy and infusion services.
2. Assesses and evaluates patients with acute and chronic problems related to cancer and cancer therapies according to standardized nursing procedures.
3. Provides direct patient care to oncology and hematology patients receiving outpatient infusion and other therapies as required by caseload and staffing needs.
4. Supervises nursing and other clinical staff in the provision of quality, cost-effective ambulatory oncology patient care in accordance with standards of practice and department policies and procedures.
5. Directs staff in collaboration with laboratories, pharmacists, physicians and internal and/or external clerical staff to maintain timely and appropriate implementation of patients’ orders/regimens.
6. Provides clinical perspectives for pharmacological and/or billing situations requiring group conversations and decision-making.  
7. Oversees Oncology Services program regulatory standards, to assure current and future readiness related to programmatic issues and accreditation.
8. Provides clinical input into the risk assessment and counseling aspects of the Oncology Services program, as well as palliative care provisions.
9. Oversight of continuum of care service lines within the Oncology Services program, i.e., survivorship care plans, prevention programs, patient navigation processes, psychosocial distress screenings and referrals, spiritual care, nutritional care.
10. Works closely with the Oncology (liaison) physician, Ambulatory Care Medical Director, and Certified Tumor Registrars, in conjunction with administrative director(s), for overall program cohesiveness.
11. Directs the correct documentation requirements to support charge codes and educates all staff in correct procedures.
12. Identifying and coordinating the appropriate and necessary patient teaching.
13. Maintains effective staff coverage for Oncology services by assuring that oncology nursing care is provided by nurses with specialized knowledge and skills.
14. Monitors and evaluates patient satisfaction.
15. Participation on various hospital committee/clinical and leadership and provides staff training/in-services as required.
16. Hires and coordinates training for all clinical personnel.
17. Performs other duties as assigned.

 MENTAL AND PHYSICAL EFFORT

 The individual shall perform a variety of responsible nursing care procedures requiring professional knowledge and consideration specific patient conditions and treatments and ability to work independently in completing assignments.  The incumbent shall perform duties as assigned and ensure quality patient care despite the situation encountered, be it routine or emergent. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Requires the ability to handle multiple assignments, balance priorities, and make sound decisions.

Physical:

This position requires an individual of high energy that can maintain a long and flexible schedule to meet department and organizational requirements.  Must be able to sit at a desk for long periods of time, able to hear and talk over the telephone and in person with others. The work includes walking, standing, bending, and carrying items such as portable laptop, office material, and books.

Mental:

Contacts often require tact and sensitivity as those related to stressful situation such as death, dying, and catastrophic illnesses.  Must be able to prioritize and use good judgment.  Must be able to collaborate with professional personnel on a wide variety of complex Oncology Services’ program issues.

IMPACT

The incumbent oversees and directs patient care management, safety, and experience of patients undergoing chemotherapy, and has a very high impact on the quality of patient treatment and care at TCRHCC.

NAVAJO/INDIAN PREFERENCE

TCRHCC is located within the Navajo Nation and, in accordance with Navajo Nation law, has implemented a Navajo/Indian Preference in Employment Policy.  Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation and who meet the necessary qualifications for this position will be given preference in hiring and employment for this position and applicants who are enrolled members of any other tribe who meet the necessary qualifications will be given secondary preference.

APPLICATION DECLARATION

In performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees at TCRHCC are expected to conform to the following:

• Adhere to all professional and ethical behavior standards of the healthcare industry.
• Interact in an honest, trustworthy and dependable manner with patients, employees and vendors.
• Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity.

All employees must uphold all principles of confidentiality and patient care to the fullest extent. This position has access to sensitive information and a breach of these principles may be grounds for immediate termination.

I have read the qualifications and requirements for the position of Director of Oncology Services.  To the best of my knowledge, I believe I can perform these duties.