Hospital - PRN Oncology RN (Nights)
About The Position
The PRN Oncology Registered Nurse provides as-needed professional nursing care to oncology patients in a hospital setting. This role delivers direct patient care in accordance with physician orders, nursing standards, and established clinical protocols, including patient assessment, chemotherapy and immunotherapy administration, care planning, clinical interventions, and evaluation of patient outcomes. The PRN Oncology RN supports patient care needs based on variable scheduling, patient volume, and operational demand while upholding the mission, vision, and values of MSRH. Work is performed under the supervision of nursing leadership and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary healthcare team. The PRN role requires flexibility to work variable shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and call-back as needed.
Requirements
- Working knowledge of oncology nursing principles, chemotherapy administration, and symptom management.
- Ability to perform comprehensive nursing assessments and deliver evidence-based oncology care.
- Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills to recognize and respond to changes in patient condition.
- Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with physicians, patients, families, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
- Ability to safely administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, blood products, and supportive therapies in accordance with established protocols.
- Ability to prioritize multiple patient care responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to document patient care accurately and comply with regulatory, safety, and infection control standards.
- Demonstrated commitment to supporting the mission, vision, and values of MSRH through compassionate, patient-centered care.
- BSN required
- RN required
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care to oncology patients in accordance with physician orders and nursing standards.
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized plans of care.
- Safely administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, blood products, medications, and supportive treatments.
- Monitor patient response to therapy and recognize changes requiring intervention.
- Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate patient care.
- Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, symptom management, and discharge instructions.
- Respond appropriately to oncologic emergencies and changes in patient condition.
- Document assessments, interventions, and patient outcomes accurately in the electronic medical record.
- Comply with all regulatory, safety, infection control, and quality standards.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned based on operational needs.
Benefits
- Medical insurance offered free for employees
- Discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians
- Group term life insurance
- Basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- Three dental insurance plan options
- Two vision plan options
- Disability Insurance
- Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
- Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
- Voluntary retirement programs
- Front-loaded Paid Time Off
- Extended Illness Bank
- Paid Family Leave
- 12 set paid holidays
- Discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
