Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.
With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.
At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.
In addition to the essential functions noted in the Registered Nurse job description, the Professional Practice Coordinator (PPC) will be responsible for onboarding and orientation of clinical staff, guiding continuing education, providing staff with opportunities for professional growth and development, functioning as an educational resource and subject matter expert for staff, promoting improvement initiatives and processes, supporting and implementing evidence-based practice standards, supporting unit-specific needs, and providing direct patient care in an RN capacity. This position works collaboratively with Advanced Practice Registered Nurses, frontline staff, multi-disciplinary healthcare teams, and organizational leadership.
This role will be based at South Lake Union, and primarily support community site clinic practice. Occasional travel to community sites will be required.
Responsibilities Assesses physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs and evaluates patients’ adaptation to health changesDevelops a plan of care based on patients’ disease, symptoms, and response to treatmentEducates patients, families, and caregivers on disease processes, treatment, side effects and symptom managementCoordinates with inter-disciplinary team to ensure continuity of careRefers patients, families and caregivers as appropriate to other clinical resources/professionals such as social work, home health care, clinical nutrition, etc.Implements, evaluates and modifies plan of careIntegrates research and evidence based knowledge into clinical practice
In addition to the Registered Nurse responsibilities, the PPC will have the following primary responsibilities:
Plan, develop, and facilitate new hire orientation curriculumSupport professional growth and development for frontline staff by supplying resources, organizing and teaching classes and demonstrations, and providing educational opportunitiesFunction as unit-based education and practice resourceAssess professional nursing practice and intervene when knowledge gaps are identified to promote standardized, evidence-based nursing careContribute to systemwide initiatives by supporting change management and providing unit-based expertiseSupport students and learnersActively create, evaluate, and maintain up-to-date policies, procedures, and staff and patient education materials to reflect evidence-based standards for clinical practice and researchActively collaborate with leadership to set organizational goals, unit goals, implement process improvements, and measure outcomesServe as a consultant for Electronic Health Record improvement & optimization as a subject matter expertParticipate in or lead committees and workgroups to support organizational practiceSupport unit-specific research implementation as neededAssist in investigation and response to incident reports filed in Patient Safety NetProvide direct patient care in a unit-based RN capacity per RN job description Qualifications
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing DegreeCITI Training – Good Clinical Practice and Human Subjects Research (required within 6 months of hire)ONS Chemotherapy Provider Card (required within 6 months of hire) if required by unitCurrent Washington State Registered Nurse (RN) license or NLC multistate license.Current BLS AHA Health Provider Card (or equivalent course, such as by the American Red Cross) and renewal required every two yearsAdditional certification may be required dependent upon department. Assesses physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs and evaluates patients’ adaptation to health changesDevelops a plan of care based on patients’ disease, symptoms, and response to treatmentEducates patients, families, and caregivers on disease processes, treatment, side effects and symptom managementCoordinates with inter-disciplinary team to ensure continuity of careRefers patients, families and caregivers as appropriate to other clinical resources/professionals such as social work, home health care, clinical nutrition, etc.Implements, evaluates and modifies plan of careIntegrates research and evidence based knowledge into clinical practicePreferred:
Master of Science in Nursing, Education, or Healthcare LeadershipOCN (Oncology Certified Nurse) or BMT RNACLS and/or PALS AHA Health Provider CardLEAN or CPI application2 years of previous RN Oncology experience
A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists.
The hourly pay range for this position is from $45.35 to $84.80 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications. Registered Nurses are paid on a step-scale basis and are also eligible for shift differentials and other pay premiums such as advanced degree, preceptor and certification.
This position may be eligible for relocation assistance.
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months).
Our Commitment to Diversity We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We are committed to cultivating a workplace in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We are an Affirmative Action employer. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply and desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700. Not ready to apply? Connect with us for general consideration.