Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Oncology (Nights)
About the Role
As a Registered Nurse on 3 South Acute Oncology, you will deliver comprehensive care to a diverse population of patients with hematologic malignancies and solid tumor cancers in a 28-bed inpatient unit focused on complex, specialty care. In this dynamic environment, you will build deep clinical expertise while caring for patients with both oncology and medical-surgical needs. This role offers a strong blend of technical skill development, critical thinking, and compassionate patient interaction.
Responsibilities
- Deliver direct patient care for individuals with complex oncology diagnoses and co-morbidities
- Administer and monitor advanced infusions, including chemotherapy, blood products, and supportive therapies
- Collaborate closely with physicians, pharmacists, and the interdisciplinary care team to implement individualized care plans
- Provide ongoing symptom management and patient education to support patients and families throughout treatment
- Engage in a highly interactive team environment that values communication, feedback, and continuous improvement
- Take on increasing ownership of patient care while building leadership skills within the unit
Schedule
Night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, with scheduling options that support work-life balance, working three 12-hour night shifts per week (36 hours).
What Makes This Opportunity Exceptional
- Specialized Oncology Experience: Gain hands-on experience in chemotherapy administration, blood products, and complex infusion therapies within a highly skilled team
- Strong Team Culture: Nurses on this unit consistently share how much they genuinely enjoy working together, creating a collaborative and supportive environment
- Recognition for Excellence: The unit received recognition for patient experience, reflecting a commitment to high-quality, compassionate care
- Growth and Development: A culture that encourages nurses to expand their skills, seek feedback, and take on leadership opportunities
- Shared Governance: A growing structure that empowers nurses to shape practice, influence decisions, and have their voices heard
- Learning-Focused Environment: Oncology experience is valued, but motivated nurses with strong fundamentals and compassion are supported in building specialty expertise
- Academic Health System: Access to the resources, innovation, and clinical advancement of a leading academic medical center
Location
Charlottesville offers an exceptional quality of life with the perfect balance of professional opportunity and personal fulfillment. Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area provides easy access to hiking, outdoor recreation, and scenic beauty, while also offering a vibrant downtown with award-winning restaurants, wineries, and cultural experiences. With a welcoming community, excellent schools, and a manageable cost of living compared to larger metro areas.
Minimum Requirements
- Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing required within 5 years of hire.
- Experience: 1 year of relevant experience.
- Licensure: Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.
- Physical Demands: Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling, bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
Pay
The pay range for this role is $39.90 - $53.00 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
- Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Certification and education support
- Generous Paid Time Off