Registered Nurse- Per-Diem Days 7 AM - 7 PM, Oncology Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center

About the role

The Per Diem Oncology Registered Nurse is responsible for providing high-quality nursing care to patients with cancer and other complex medical conditions. This role involves assessment, monitoring, medication administration, care planning, patient education, and close collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals. The PD RN ensures safe, compassionate, and compliant care while supporting optimal patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely patient healthcare records and clinical reports
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, monitoring patients for side effects, adverse reactions, and therapeutic effectiveness
• Prescribe and coordinate assistive medical devices and related supportive treatments in accordance with scope of practice
• Monitor, assess, document, and report patient symptoms and changes in condition to appropriate healthcare providers
• Assess, implement, evaluate, and update individualized nursing care plans in collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary team members
• Record and interpret patient vital signs, clinical observations, and relevant medical information
• Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatments, medications, and care plans
• Ensure compliance with oncology nursing standards, hospital policies, and regulatory requirements
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support patient care and unit operations

Requirements

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical nursing experience; oncology experience strongly preferred
• Strong assessment, critical-thinking, and clinical decision-making skills
• Able to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary healthcare environment
• Excellent communication, documentation, and patient-education skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• Previous experience in oncology, infusion services, medical-surgical, or acute-care settings
• Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) certification or Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN®) credential
• Chemotherapy and biotherapy administration certification
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) as required by unit

Benefits

At Atlantic Health, we offer a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
• PTO & Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
• Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
• Backup and On-Site Childcare
• Well-Being Rewards Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance

Pay

Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer. Please refer to the note at the end of the job description for details.

Schedule

This position is available on a per diem basis.

EEO Statement

Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.