Registered Nurse (RN)-Medical Oncology

About the Role

This full-time, day-shift Registered Nurse (RN II) position is located at Samaritan Hospital within St. Peter's Health Partners' Cancer Care group. The role offers a Monday–Friday schedule and opportunities for career development with a strong orientation program and generous tuition allowance.

Responsibilities

• Bring patients to exam rooms, take vital signs, and document in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Review and update medication lists to ensure accuracy and completeness in the EMR for provider review.
• Complete and track patient referrals, ensuring compliance.
• Review and electronically send prescriptions to providers for submission.
• Obtain patient consent for procedures as directed by the provider.
• Perform pre-visit planning and review quality metrics.
• Retrieve and document telephonic clinical information from patients calling into the office.
• Monitor and complete provider-assigned tasks in a timely manner based on urgency.
• Educate patients on medications, testing procedures, and home care techniques.
• Ensure proper labeling, handling, and documentation of patient specimens.
• Follow up with patients regarding test results as advised by the provider.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, including disinfecting patient care areas and equipment.
• Maintain medical and drug supply cabinets in conjunction with nursing colleagues.
• Use the EMR to communicate effectively and perform quality assurance duties as assigned.
• Provide patients with a clinical visit summary (Patient Plan) and educational materials upon request.
• Participate in daily patient care huddles as appropriate.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure quality patient care at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Current unencumbered New York State RN license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Minimum of 6 months of previous RN experience.
• Ability to lift 20 lbs.

Pay

Pay range: $41.25–$52.77 per hour, based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The range may vary based on location.