Registered Nurse (RN), Inpatient Oncology

About the role

The Registered Nurse (RN) at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute provides evidence-based oncology nursing care across inpatient care units. This role is part of a new clinical collaboration with Mount Auburn Hospital, offering opportunities to work alongside top clinicians and contribute to the future of cancer care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct oncology nursing care, including comprehensive assessment, individualized care planning, symptom management, and evaluation of patient outcomes for adult oncology patients and families.
• Administer antineoplastic agents and supportive therapies per protocols and ONS standards; verify orders, complete independent double checks, and monitor for and manage infusion reactions and adverse events.
• Manage central venous access devices (e.g., ports, PICCs); perform access, maintenance, blood draws, and blood product transfusions per policy; ensure safe use of infusion equipment and PPE.
• Provide patient and family education on diagnosis, treatment plans, self-care, side-effect management, and discharge instructions; coordinate multidisciplinary resources and community referrals.
• Document care in Epic in accordance with regulatory and institutional standards; maintain accurate medication administration records, flowsheets, and patient education documentation.
• Participate in quality and safety activities (e.g., safety huddles, infection prevention, hazardous drug handling, Joint Commission readiness) and support clinical research protocols as applicable (e.g., protocol adherence, specimen handling, adverse event reporting).
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, social workers, and research staff; contribute to effective team communication, handoffs, and patient throughput.
• May serve as charge nurse, preceptor, or mentor; provides functional direction to licensed and unlicensed support personnel in accordance with scope of practice and institutional policies.

Requirements

• Associate degree, Nursing. A Bachelor’s degree in nursing is strongly preferred, and candidates with an associate degree must complete a BSN within 4 years.
• 1 year of recent experience as a Registered Nurse preferred.
• Acute care nursing experience preferred; oncology/hematology experience in an Inpatient or ambulatory infusion clinic setting preferred.
• Experience with electronic medical records (e.g., Epic) preferred.

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy Certificate required or obtained within 6 months of hire (role-dependent).
• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in chemotherapy/immunotherapy administration per ONS guidelines; working knowledge of oncology pharmacology and side-effect profiles.
• Competence in central line care and infusion therapy; ability to administer and monitor blood products per policy.
• Ability to recognize and respond to oncologic emergencies (e.g., infusion reactions, febrile neutropenia, tumor lysis syndrome) and escalate care appropriately.
• Strong patient education skills with ability to tailor communication to diverse populations and varying health literacy levels; commitment to culturally competent, trauma-informed care.
• Proficiency with EMR systems (Epic preferred); accurate and timely clinical documentation and electronic medication administration.
• Knowledge of infection prevention, hazardous drug handling (USP ), PPE requirements, and universal precautions.
• Effective triage, prioritization, and time management skills for varying acuity in a fast-paced ambulatory environment.
• Collaborative team skills; ability to work across interdisciplinary teams and support clinical research activities.
• Critical thinking, clinical judgment, problem-solving, and ability to function effectively under stress.
• Professionalism, accountability, and adherence to ANA Code of Ethics and institutional policies.

Benefits

This role is eligible for full-time benefits and may be eligible for relocation assistance for candidates relocating more than 150 miles, subject to Dana-Farber policy.

Pay

$42.65 - $105.81

Schedule

36 hours per week, with rotating weekends.