Medical Oncology Clinical Nurse

About the role

Provides direct patient care in a 32-bed oncology unit serving moderate to high acuity patients, including those on Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) and Oncology services. The role emphasizes patient and family-centered care, education on illness management, medication administration, and post-treatment needs. Nurses collaborate with a multidisciplinary team consisting of oncology nurses, advanced practice nurses, case managers, social workers, pharmacy, spiritual care, and psychosocial support to coordinate care effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care within established standards
• Develop individualized care plans
• Ensure communication across the care continuum
• Utilize critical nursing skills to evaluate physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs
• Respect patient values and barriers
• Provide patient and family education on illness management, medication administration, and post-treatment needs
• Administer medications
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary team (oncology nurses, advanced practice nurses, case managers, social workers, pharmacy, spiritual care, psychosocial support)

Requirements

• Nursing Diploma or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Current RN licensure
• No prior experience required

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) preferred

Skills

• Critical nursing skills for evaluating physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs
• Multidisciplinary collaboration and coordination
• Care planning and individualized care delivery
• Patient and family education
• Communication across care continuum

Schedule

Night shifts; safety-sensitive position.

Professional development

• Oncology Nursing Fellowship program
• Career Ladder advancement opportunities
• Support for certifications such as OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse)

Benefits

• Comprehensive health plans
• Retirement contributions
• Tuition assistance
• Paid time off
• Additional resources aimed at supporting well-being