Charge RN (Registered Nurse) Oncology - PRN Nights

Texas Health Resources•Fort Worth, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Charge Nurse (RN) Oncology works in the 35-bed, fast-paced, high-volume Oncology Department at Texas Health Fort Worth. The mixed-acuity unit cares for patients with conditions including leukemia, sepsis, lymphoma, melanoma, breast, kidney, and pancreatic cancers, as well as patients requiring pain management and medical/surgical overflow. Nurses may care for higher-acuity PCU patients with a lower patient ratio. This PRN role is scheduled as needed for 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. shifts, with rotating weekend and holiday requirements. The charge nurse offers staff guidance and support, helps maintain a clean and safe work environment, and ensures unit operational tasks are completed. The role also involves evaluating interventions, collaborating with the health care team, and participating in shared governance and ongoing professional development.

Requirements

Associate degree from an accredited nursing program or a nursing diploma.
Current RN licensure or compact licensure recognized by the Texas Board of Nursing upon hire.
Current BLS certification before providing independent patient care, maintained quarterly.
ACLS within 90 days.
CPI training within 90 days of hire.
One year of RN experience in oncology.
ONS Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Certificate upon hire.
Demonstrated ability to function in a fast-paced environment.
Basic computer skills using medical management application systems.

Nice To Haves

BSN.
Two or more years of inpatient oncology RN experience and charge or preceptor skills.
CMSRN.
OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse) within two years of hire.

Responsibilities

Offer staff guidance and support on the assigned unit or units and shift.
Help maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Ensure unit operational tasks are completed.
Evaluate the effectiveness of interventions.
Communicate and collaborate with all members of the health care team.
Support and actively participate in shared governance and councils.
Develop individual knowledge and skills and engage in lifelong learning and professional development.
Maintain confidentiality, positive interpersonal skills, professionalism, and a customer-focused attitude toward patients.