Oncology RN - Radiation Oncology Hospital

Health First Careers • Melbourne, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Radiation Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) functions as part of the Radiation Oncology team in an outpatient setting. The Radiation Oncology RN conducts thorough nursing assessments and works with a multidisciplinary team to develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans for patients.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Nursing (ASN) or Nursing Diploma.
• One (1) years year of nursing experience.
• Registered Nurse (RN) Licensure in the State of Florida or endorsement.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintained.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and any related programs.
• Demonstrates proficiency in assessments specific to radiation oncology patients.
• Demonstrated ability to work in an often stressful environment with patients and their families at various ages and levels of understanding.
• Expert ability to handle multiple priorities at once.
• Ability to respond appropriately to life-threatening situations.
• Utilize critical-thinking and problem-solving skills to resolve issues.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN).
• Three (3) years’ experience in the Oncology clinic setting.
• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) from the Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC).

Responsibilities

• Coordinates patient care with licensed practitioners, physicists, dosimetrists, and other applicable clinical professionals to ensure seamless and high-quality treatment.
• Serves as the central point of contact for all Radiation Oncology navigated patients, including interactions with medical, nursing and ancillary service providers.
• Assists with simulation and patient positioning to ensure comfort and accurate execution of prescribed therapies.
• Provides thorough Radiation-specific education and support to patients and families throughout their treatment journey.
• Assesses and monitors patients during CT procedures, administering emergency medications due to adverse reactions if necessary.
• Monitors patients compliance and progress with treatment plan and assists patients with referrals to outside resources and care coordination.
• Supports patients and families with compassionate emotional support and provides resources to patients and families, addressing concerns to enhance overall patient experience.

Benefits

• Diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution.
• Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates.
• Different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results.
• It fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree