Registered Nurse Oncology Inpatient Hospice

Ascension • Tulsa, OK

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This role focuses on providing specialized, dignified care for oncology and end-of-life patients. The primary goal is to ensure patient comfort, manage symptoms, and support personal legacy. The nurse will advocate for the patient's quality of life by meticulously monitoring complex symptoms and pain levels, providing the care team with real-time insights for rapid, compassionate adjustments to treatment. The role involves orchestrating the 'circle of care' by coordinating between oncologists, palliative specialists, and chaplains to ensure a seamless, holistic experience for patients and their loved ones. Additionally, the nurse will empower families through education on disease progression and coordinate discharge or transition plans that honor the patient’s final wishes. The position requires executing complex clinical protocols with precision, accurately translating physician orders into life-sustaining or comfort-focused actions while maintaining the highest standards of safety and empathy.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Oklahoma Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Certification specializing in Chemotherapy.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of specialized, dignified care for oncology and end-of-life patients, ensuring every clinical intervention prioritizes patient comfort, symptom management, and personal legacy.
• Advocate for patient quality of life by meticulously monitoring complex symptoms and pain levels, providing the care team with the real-time insights necessary for rapid, compassionate adjustments to treatment.
• Orchestrate the "circle of care" by coordinating between oncologists, palliative specialists, and chaplains, ensuring a seamless, holistic experience for both the patient and their loved ones.
• Empower families through the care journey by providing clear education on disease progression and coordinating thoughtful discharge or transition plans that honor the patient’s final wishes.
• Execute complex clinical protocols with precision, accurately translating physician orders into life-sustaining or comfort-focused actions while maintaining the highest standards of safety and empathy.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

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