Nurse Resident RN I-3S Night Shift-Med Obs Unit-Moffitt Cancer Center

About the role

Moffitt is the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida. As a Nurse Resident (RN) in our medical observation unit, you will provide exceptional care for oncology patients requiring short-term hospitalization, ongoing assessment, symptom management, and treatment. This role initiates a professional nursing practice career in a supportive environment committed to mentoring, coaching, and learning, with a structured 12-month residency program that includes unit-specific orientation (12 or 16 weeks), paid education days, and one-on-one support.

All Nurse Residents are required to sign a Commitment Agreement to work a minimum of two years at Moffitt post-residency. Failure to complete the program or fulfill the commitment may result in a pro-rated refund of program costs.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments and ongoing monitoring of patients requiring observation and short-term medical management.
• Recognize and respond promptly to changes in patient condition, escalating care as appropriate.
• Manage common oncology-related complications, including pain, nausea/vomiting, dehydration, fever, electrolyte imbalances, anemia, neutropenia, and treatment-related side effects.
• Educate patients and caregivers on symptom management, medications, and discharge instructions.
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacy, case management, social work, nutrition, and other interdisciplinary team members.
• Maintain accurate documentation while adhering to quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Foster a culture of compassion, teamwork, and excellence in patient-centered care.
• Build confidence through a structured transition-to-practice experience tailored to individual developmental needs.
• Develop leadership skills to positively impact clinical practice and patient outcomes.
• Participate in scheduled eight-hour paid education days off the unit for required class activities.
• Engage in informal one-on-one meetings and self-evaluations to monitor progress throughout the residency program.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN). In lieu of a BSN, an Associate’s degree in Nursing plus 1 year of relevant experience may be considered.
• Current RN licensure in the State of Florida or a valid Multi-State privilege to practice in Florida (must declare Florida as primary state of residence within 60 days if licensed in another eNLC compact state).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced observation environment with expertise in:
  • Caring for patients with acute medical conditions.
  • Symptom management and patient comfort.
  • Excellent assessment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
  • Effective communication with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
  • Prioritizing care in high-pressure settings.
  • Admission, discharge processes, and patient education.
  • Strong teamwork and collaboration across disciplines.
  • Interpersonal skills to foster trust and rapport.
• Commitment to Moffitt Nursing’s vision, mission, and philosophy, including personalized patient- and family-centered care and Duffy’s Quality Caring Model.

Schedule

3 twelve-hour shifts per week, including some weekends.

Pay

Salary range: $36.63 – $54.93 per hour. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, skills, education, location, and internal equity.