Clinic RN - Radiation Oncology

The US Oncology Network • Amarillo, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Texas Oncology is seeking a Radiation Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) to support the Radiation department at its Amarillo location. This full-time position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., with no weekends, call, or major holidays. The role may be classified as Level 1, Level 2, or Senior based on the candidate’s experience.

Under general supervision, the RN provides professional nursing care in accordance with national and company standards and specialty regulations. The nurse recognizes the physical, psychological, and spiritual aspects of care, participates in company-wide quality initiatives, and supports the US Oncology Compliance Program, including its Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

The position offers a collaborative, multidisciplinary care environment with autonomy and a focus on patient care, communication, and work-life balance. The work takes place in an oncology/hematology clinic, where exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations, and other clinic-related conditions is possible.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education; a BSN is preferred.
• Hold an RN state license and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in the state of practice.
• Level 1: 0–3 years of nursing experience; preferably at least one year in oncology.
• Hold current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Level 2: 3–5 years of nursing experience, in addition to Level 1 requirements.
• Level Senior: Five years of nursing experience, in addition to Level 1 and Level 2 requirements.
• Ability to meet the role’s physical requirements, including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, eye-hand coordination, extended standing and walking, and occasionally lifting and carrying items weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Corrected vision and hearing within the normal range.

Nice To Haves

• BSN.
• At least one year of oncology experience for Level 1.
• Oncology certification for Level 2.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate, and promote continuity of care in accordance with established standards and practices.
• Assess patients’ health status by interviewing them about their current status and medical history.
• Assess patient and family needs and provide teaching and instructional materials.
• Provide psychosocial support to patients and families.
• Facilitate clinical operations and patient care.
• Triage patient phone calls as needed and document relevant information in the patient’s chart.
• Facilitate communication between patients or families and the interdisciplinary team as necessary, and coordinate services related to patient care.
• Assist patients in locating available community resources.
• Collaborate interprofessionally.
• Act as a resource to LPNs/LVNs and medical assistants.
• Participate in company-wide quality initiatives and support the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Generous paid time off program
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Wellness program with rewards for practicing a healthy lifestyle
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on selected retailers
• Potential eligibility for the Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP), with discretionary awards subject to the plan’s terms and conditions

What This Job Offers

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