Oncology Clinical Nurse - TGH Infusion Center

Tampa General Hospital•Tampa, FL

About The Position

Under general supervision and in accordance with established policies, procedures, and professional guidelines, the Oncology Clinical Nurse delivers nursing care to patients in the TGH Infusion Center. The nurse plans and implements care, documents nursing assessments, identifies and reports situations requiring further intervention, communicates goal-directed plans of care, and assures patient rights. The role supports Tampa General Hospital’s mission, vision, and values and its principles of quality improvement. The nurse provides ambulatory oncology care, assessing patients’ symptoms, medications, vital signs, fall risk, distress, and readiness for treatment. The role includes monitoring responses to cancer therapies and disease progression; educating patients; coordinating care and follow-up; responding to patient and caregiver inquiries; and documenting assessments, interventions, education, and care coordination in the electronic medical record. The nurse works with physicians, advanced practice providers, navigators, pharmacists, and support services to facilitate coordinated care and transitions across care settings and phases of treatment. Practice is within the scope of Registered Nurse licensure and follows organizational protocols and evidence-based oncology nursing standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
Registered Nurse.
At least one year of oncology nursing experience, inpatient or outpatient.
ADN applicants must be currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor of Science in Nursing program with anticipated graduation within six months of hire.
Knowledge of oncology disease processes, staging concepts, treatment modalities, and patient trajectories across the cancer care continuum.
Knowledge of oncology symptom assessment and management, including pain, fatigue, nausea and vomiting, infection risk, cytopenias, and treatment-related toxicities.
Knowledge of ambulatory oncology workflows, including diagnostic workup, treatment planning, follow-up care, survivorship principles, and transitions between care settings.
Knowledge of evidence-based oncology nursing standards, professional scope of practice, and regulatory requirements applicable to outpatient cancer care.
Knowledge of psychosocial, financial, and logistical barriers encountered by oncology patients and referral resources to address them.
Knowledge of EMR systems and documentation standards supporting continuity of care, quality monitoring, and accreditation reporting.
Clinical triage and prioritization skills based on acuity, treatment-related risk, and clinical judgment.
Ability to provide clear, patient-centered education about diagnosis, treatment plans, side effects, symptom management, and when to seek urgent care.
Skill in phlebotomy and central line access.
Ability to apply clinical judgment and critical thinking to manage complex oncology patients in a fast-paced ambulatory environment.
Ability to communicate clearly, compassionately, and professionally with patients, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members.
Ability to adapt to evolving clinical workflows, new therapies, and changing patient needs.
Ability to engage in ongoing professional development, maintain oncology knowledge, and work toward specialty certification as applicable.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive oncology nursing assessments, including symptom evaluation, medication reconciliation, vital signs, fall risk screening, distress screening, and treatment readiness assessments.
Monitor patients’ responses to cancer therapies and disease progression, identify changes in condition, and escalate concerns appropriately.
Provide direct nursing care in the ambulatory oncology clinic within the RN scope of practice and organizational protocols.
Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, navigators, pharmacists, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure timely, coordinated care.
Educate patients on pre-treatment requirements, post-procedure expectations, and survivorship or ongoing care needs as appropriate.
Work with Oncology Nurse Navigators and support services to support transitions across settings and phases of care.
Proactively manage follow-up, referrals, and coordination activities to facilitate timely access and reduce delays.
Respond to patient and caregiver inquiries by phone or electronic communication, providing clinical guidance and education and escalating per protocol.
Document assessments, interventions, patient education, and care coordination activities accurately in the electronic medical record.
Practice within the scope of Registered Nurse licensure and adhere to evidence-based oncology nursing standards.
Engage in ongoing professional development to maintain oncology knowledge, clinical competency, and certification readiness.