RN - Radiation Oncology Per Diem

Facility: LOC0026 - 101 Columbian Street, Weymouth, MA 02190
Department: SSH Radiation Oncology Cancer Center
Status: Part time, Day shift

About the role

The Oncology Registered Nurse is focused on patient assessment, patient education, the coordination of care, administration of therapy, symptom management and supportive care for the Oncology and Hematology patients at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. The Registered Nurse cares for individuals receiving therapy for oncologic and hematologic problems. Responsibilities include assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care for a complex patient population, administration of chemotherapy and other medications and infusions, telephone nursing care, direct patient care, and charge capture/billing for all services rendered. The nurse provides patient and family education, psychosocial and emotional support, and is a member of a multidisciplinary care team requiring effective communication and collaboration with co-workers, staff, collaborating institutions, and agencies.

Responsibilities

• Delivers expert, evidence-based nursing care to patients and families, implementing the nursing process: Assessment, Nursing Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation.
• Assesses patient and family needs, promotes health care outcomes in concert with clinical practice guidelines, and analyzes assessment data to develop clinically accurate diagnoses.
• Collaborates proactively with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate and maximize patient healthcare outcomes.
• Plans care by establishing goals with measurable outcomes, implements the plan of care, and evaluates the patient’s response to interventions.
• Documents care according to Institute and regulatory agencies’ requirements.
• Administers medications, treatments (including chemotherapy), and performs procedures safely and efficiently in accordance with Institute policy, including blood transfusions.
• Evaluates educational and psychological needs of patient and family and incorporates them into the plan of care.
• Educates patient and family regarding treatment modalities, symptom management, and reviews clinical status and laboratory values pre-treatment.
• Evaluates and determines need for patient referrals to other interdisciplinary team members and community resources to promote continuity of care.
• Manages patient care across the continuum, making appropriate referrals to home care and hospice as necessary.
• Prepares and administers chemotherapy/biotherapy and supportive therapy in accordance with ASCO/ONS Guidelines.
• Recognizes and responds to emergency situations appropriately; maintains BLS certification.
• Provides telephone triage according to policies and documents interactions.
• Performs technical skills including intravenous therapy (peripheral and central venous vascular access devices), safe handling of hazardous agents, and chemotherapy administration (vesicant and non-vesicant medications).
• Complies with professional nursing practice standards, licensure requirements, and institutional policies.
• Accurately records charges for all services rendered and collaborates with Clinic Assistant to maintain supply inventory.
• Serves as a resource to medical personnel in other health facilities, providing telephone consultation to promote optimal Oncology practices.
• Establishes rapport with patients and families from diverse backgrounds, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and compassion.
• Manages the environment of patient care, ensuring compliance with regulatory agency standards and patient safety.
• Works collaboratively as an effective member of the healthcare team, demonstrating communication skills, conflict management, and delegation as appropriate.
• May function in the charge nurse role, coordinating patient flow in infusion areas.
• Participates in committees, councils, QA/QI projects, and professional development activities.
• Seeks opportunities for professional growth, including pursuing active membership in professional organizations.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (validated through the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing).
• Baccalaureate degree in nursing strongly preferred; if associate degree, must complete BSN within 4 years.
• Minimum of 1-year recent experience as an RN in ambulatory and/or oncology settings.
• Current RN licensure in Massachusetts.
• BLS certification (American Heart Association).
• ACLS certification accepted as minimum requirement.
• Professional nursing certification preferred (e.g., OCN, BMTCN, CPHON, AOCNP, CRNI, RN-BC).
• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team, with critical thinking, problem-solving, and independent decision-making skills.
• Ability to function in a busy work setting with patients with complex needs; IV skills strongly preferred.
• Physical ability to perform tasks requiring walking, standing, climbing, sitting, bending, reaching, and occasional lifting.
• Good hearing, vision, and communication skills for interactions with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Ability to balance multiple tasks, manage interruptions, and work efficiently under normal job-related stress.
• Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing English, and performing mathematical pharmaceutical calculations.
• Demonstrated understanding of age-specific care needs for young adult to geriatric populations.

Pay

Pay Range: $38.20 - $77.39 per hour

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM, 1-2 days per week