Oncology Registered Nurse (RN)

We are seeking an experienced Oncology Registered Nurse to join our medical-surgical unit. The ideal candidate will provide compassionate care to oncology patients while adhering to the highest standards of nursing practice.

Job Details

• Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Required Experience: 1 year experience required with at least 1 travel assignment
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Holidays: Rotate in with staff
• Orientation: 3 days of unit-specific orientation

Qualifications

• Certifications: Current BLS (AHA) certification required; NIHSS preferred
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year in oncology nursing; ONS certification preferred for chemotherapy administration (2 years of experience required for ONS)

Unit Information

• Unit Type: Medical Surgical (Med Surg)
• Bed Capacity: 29 beds
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratios: Typically 1:5, with occasional 1:6
• Common Diagnoses: Acute oncology symptoms, thrombocytopenia, neutropenia, sickle cell crisis, hematology, medical overflow, end-of-life care

Nursing Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in the oncology unit
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
• Monitor and record patient vital signs and medical histories
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to develop and implement patient care plans
• Educate patients and their families about diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and follow-up care
• Participate in unit activities and quality improvement initiatives

Additional Information

• Telemetry: Central monitoring available; reading strips is not a requirement
• Nurse Aides: Yes, typically 3 aides available per day
• Scrub Color: Caribbean Blue
• Floating: Rarely to medical acute units

If you are a dedicated Oncology Registered Nurse looking to advance your career in an engaging and rewarding environment, we encourage you to apply.