Clinical Nurse - Oncology

About the role

This role involves providing direct patient care in a specialized 30-bed unit dedicated to female patients with GYN Oncology issues, including chemotherapy, surgery, radiation, symptom, pain, palliative, and hospice care. Responsibilities include assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized care plans, promoting patient and family-centered care, educating on illness management, and ensuring safety and quality standards. The nurse collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to communicate care plans and address physical, psychosocial, emotional, spiritual, and cultural needs. It requires critical nursing skills, adherence to standards, and a safety-sensitive approach.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate patient needs holistically
• Develop and document individualized care plans
• Educate patients and families on treatment and home care
• Participate in safety, quality, and professional development activities
• Promote a healing environment and ensure communication across care teams

Qualifications

• Education: Nursing Diploma or Associate's degree; Bachelor's degree preferred
• Licenses: Valid RN license
• Experience: No experience required; 2+ years preferred

Skills

• Strong assessment abilities
• Communication skills
• Collaboration skills
• Critical thinking abilities