Registered Nurse Oncology

Location: Nashville, TN | Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas West | Department: Oncology | Schedule: Full-Time, Days

About the role

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care, and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care in a fast-paced environment serving a diverse patient population, including oncology, post-surgical, and medical-surgical patients.
• Provide comprehensive, patient-centered care across the full oncology continuum, including pre-treatment, active treatment, and post-treatment phases.
• Manage post-operative oncology patients (e.g., mastectomy patients), including surgical site assessment, complication prevention, and comprehensive discharge education with a focus on wound care and recovery.
• Safely administer and monitor chemotherapy and immunotherapy/biotherapy treatments, ensuring adherence to evidence-based protocols and vigilant management of treatment-related side effects.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support complex care needs, including symptom management, palliative care, and hospice services, while providing compassionate education and support to patients and families.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing or current home state license for multi-state license recognition "Compact State" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR required professional licensure at time of hire.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development, and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings, and more