Registered Nurse - GI Oncology, Cancer Clinic

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is seeking a Registered Nurse for the GI Oncology department within the Cancer Clinic. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, VUMC is a leading institution focused on patient care, education, and research. This role involves applying the nursing process to plan and implement patient care, including education and continuum of care planning. The nurse will communicate effectively with the healthcare team, collaborate on patient goals, and evaluate progress. Professional growth is encouraged through continuous learning. This position is within the Cancer Clinic at VUMC, a comprehensive cancer center known for its advanced care, research, and patient-centered approach. VUMC is the largest private employer in Middle Tennessee, with a large network of hospitals and outpatient clinics, offering specialized services including a Level 1 Trauma Center, Transplant Center, and a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Requirements

LIC-Registered Nurse - Licensure-Others
Relevant Work Experience
Graduate of an approved discipline specific program
1 year of experience

Nice To Haves

Care Planning (Novice)
Nursing Patient Education (Novice)
Nursing Patient Assessment & Evaluation (Novice)
Evidence-Based Practice (Novice)

Responsibilities

Applies the nursing process to plan and implement the care of patients, including patient and family education and continuum of care planning.
Effectively communicates pertinent patient/family information to the health care team.
Collaborates in establishing patient goals and evaluates progress to ensure effective outcomes.
Collaborates in establishing the plan of care, coordinates and implements care delivery while anticipating patient care needs across the continuum.
Analyzes comprehensive information pertinent to the patient's care and management to determine nursing diagnosis.
Continually utilizes the nursing process to evaluate patient's progress towards goals and applies appropriate interventions to ensure effective outcomes.
Employs strategies to promote health and a safe and healthy environment.