Clinic RN

The US Oncology Network • Amarillo, TX

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About The Position

Texas Oncology is hiring a Clinic Registered Nurse (RN) to support the Medical Oncology department at its Amarillo location. This is a full-time, Monday–Friday position with an 8 a.m.–5 p.m. schedule and no weekends, call, or major holidays. The role may be classified as Level 1, Level 2, or Senior based on the candidate’s experience.

Under general supervision, the RN provides professional nursing care in accordance with national and company standards and specialty regulations. The nurse recognizes the physical, psychological, and spiritual aspects of care, participates in company-wide quality initiatives, and supports the US Oncology Compliance Program, including its Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Texas Oncology is a community oncology provider with approximately 600 or more providers across more than 220 sites in Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. The organization delivers cancer care using technology, research, and evidence-based practices. The role is based in an oncology/hematology clinic, where exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations, and other clinic-related conditions is possible.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited professional nursing education program.
• Hold an RN state license and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in the state of practice.
• Hold current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Level 1: 0–3 years of nursing experience; at least one year in oncology is preferred.
• Level 2: 3–5 years of nursing experience, in addition to Level 1 requirements.
• Senior level: Five years of nursing experience, in addition to Level 1 and Level 2 requirements.
• The physical demands include full range of body motion, handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.
• Requires standing and walking for extensive periods and occasionally lifting and carrying items weighing up to 40 lbs.
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to the normal range.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• At least one year of oncology experience preferred for Level 1.
• Oncology certification preferred for Level 2.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate, and promote continuity of care consistent with established standards and practices.
• Assess patients’ health status by interviewing them about their current status and medical history.
• Assess patient and family needs and provide teaching and instructional materials.
• Provide psychosocial support to patients and families.
• Facilitate clinical operations and patient care.
• Triage patient phone calls as needed and document relevant information in the patient’s chart.
• Facilitate communication between patients or families and the interdisciplinary team as necessary, and coordinate services related to patient care.
• Assist patients in locating available community resources.
• Collaborate interprofessionally.
• Act as a resource to LPNs/LVNs and medical assistants.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Generous paid time off program
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Wellness program with rewards for practicing a healthy lifestyle
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Discounts on select retailers
• Some roles may be eligible for a Long-Term Incentive Plan, subject to eligibility and the program’s terms.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed