Radiation Oncology Registered Nurse (RN)
NurseAmerica•Silver Spring, MD
•Onsite
About The Position
NurseAmerica is seeking an experienced and compassionate Radiation Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) for a full-time opportunity in Silver Spring, Maryland. This is an excellent opportunity for an RN with oncology and/or radiation oncology experience to provide specialized care to patients undergoing cancer treatment in a fast-paced outpatient clinical setting. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working closely with physicians and an interdisciplinary care team while providing exceptional clinical care, patient education, and treatment support.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program; BSN preferred.
- Active Maryland RN license.
- Current BLS certification required.
- 3–5 years of nursing experience preferred, with oncology experience strongly preferred
- Radiation Oncology experience highly preferred
- Experience with ARIA Oncology Information System preferred
- Experience with radiopharmaceutical (radio-pharm) treatments preferred
- Experience with vaginal cuff brachytherapy/treatment preferred
- ONS certification preferred
- Strong patient assessment, education, symptom management, and care coordination skills
Responsibilities
- Assess patients and monitor their clinical status throughout treatment.
- Provide education and support to patients and families regarding treatment plans and symptom management.
- Administer medications and therapies as ordered by the physician.
- Perform venipuncture and access and maintain implanted ports and central lines.
- Review laboratory results and communicate relevant findings to providers.
- Assist physicians with examinations, procedures, and patient care.
- Manage treatment-related symptoms and coordinate appropriate interventions.
- Triage patient phone calls and respond to medication refill requests.
- Coordinate diagnostic testing, referrals, consultations, and follow-up appointments.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care and treatments.
- Collaborate with physicians, Medical Assistants, and the interdisciplinary care team.
- Follow all safety protocols related to oncology treatments, hazardous materials, and radiation oncology environments.
Benefits
- Competitive annual salary of $95,000–$115,000
- Potential for performance bonus
- Opportunity to work in a specialized oncology environment
- Collaborative and supportive clinical team
- Meaningful work supporting patients throughout their cancer treatment journey
- Professional growth and career development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
