Clinic Oncology RN

The University of New Mexico•Albuquerque, NM

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinic Oncology RN provides direct patient care to oncology patients and performs nursing assessments through in-person visits and telephone triage. The nurse coordinates delivery of oncology treatments to assigned patients in a medical oncology facility, including care in intensive care conditions, while following hospital, department, and University policies and nursing procedures, standards, and practices. The role is based in the Medical Oncology department at the University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The Center is New Mexico’s official cancer center and the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center within a 500-mile radius. Its multidisciplinary team provides cancer care to patients across New Mexico and conducts clinical trials, research, education, and training.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Nursing.
At least 2 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities.
New Mexico Licensed Registered Nurse, licensure pending as documented by temporary licensure, or current RN licensure from a state participating in the multistate privilege to practice compact with New Mexico.
CPR certification; certification and/or licensure status must be maintained.
Complete a post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
Employees providing services or working in patient care or clinical areas must comply with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
May be required to submit immunization records for review for required vaccines and TB testing.

Nice To Haves

Experience in oncology.
Experience in an ambulatory clinic or SAC/ICU.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Case management experience.
Telephone triage experience.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care to oncology patients.
Conduct nursing assessments in person and through telephone triage.
Coordinate delivery of oncology treatments to assigned patients in a medical oncology facility, including in intensive care conditions.
Follow hospital, department, and University policies, as well as nursing procedures, standards, and practices.
Complete department-specific professional development activities.