Nurse II, Oncology - Ambulatory

University of Utah Health•Salt Lake City, UT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Ambulatory Oncology nurses provide direct clinical care to patients across the outpatient cancer care continuum, supporting assessment, education, symptom management, and coordination of care in clinic‑based settings. Their work emphasizes longitudinal patient relationships, proactive management of treatment‑related symptoms, and timely escalation of concerns to prevent unnecessary acute care utilization. As complexity increases, ambulatory oncology nurses coordinate care for patients with high‑risk regimens, multiple co‑morbidities, or frequent complications, often across multiple settings and transitions. Advanced practice within this subfamily reflects expanded clinical judgment, autonomy, and leadership in managing complex outpatient oncology populations while maintaining a bedside nursing focus.

Requirements

Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 90 days of hire under the interstate compact if switching residency to State of Utah. Must maintain current Interstate Compact (multi-state) license if residency is not being changed to Utah.
Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Responsibilities

Performs comprehensive assessments and independently manages care for a typical ambulatory oncology patient panel.
Administers chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and supportive treatments; monitors and manages expected toxicities.
Applies symptom management protocols and initiates interventions for common side effects.
Provides care for patients participating in clinical trials and follows protocol-specific requirements.
Coordinates care across visits, including follow-up needs, labs, and supportive services.
Provides patient and family education on treatment plans, side effects, and self-management strategies.
Identifies abnormal findings and escalates appropriately when outside expected patterns.
Serves as an informal resource for newer staff on routine workflows and treatment plans.
Participates in interdisciplinary communication, including care coordination and planning.
At the discretion of department operational and patient care needs, this position is required to work rotating schedules, which may include variable hours, weekends, nights, and holidays to meet the staffing and patient care demands of a 24/7 complex health system. Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance during assigned shifts is considered an essential function of the role.