Registered Nurse (RN) - Oncology (CPG)

Lifepoint Health • Johnstown, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join their Oncology team. This role is crucial in providing comprehensive care to patients undergoing cancer treatment. The team consists of specialists, nurses, pharmacists, and social workers, including medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and surgical oncologists. Nurses and other professionals manage patient care, coordinate treatments, and offer emotional support, ensuring a unified approach to care throughout the patient's cancer journey, from diagnosis to long-term management. The team collaborates to align different aspects of treatment, leveraging specialized expertise for optimal patient outcomes.

Requirements

• Current state RN license
• Degree from an accredited nursing school

Nice To Haves

• BSN preferred
• 2 years’ experience in medical surgical nursing
• Oncology nursing experience preferred
• ACLS Certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Possesses knowledge and understanding of cancer care.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of cancer treatments, interventions and expected outcomes.
• Demonstrates knowledge of oncologic emergencies including patient management, appropriate interventions, therapies and expected outcomes.
• Demonstrates knowledge of proper administration of IV chemo including set up and management of home chemotherapy infusions.
• Demonstrates appropriate precautions in preparation, handling and disposal of chemotherapy.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skill in the assessment, management and follow-up care of an IV extravasation.
• Demonstrates knowledge of clinical research trials through participation in data collection, drug administration, patient education and follow-up.
• Ability to work in out-lying clinics as needed.
• Demonstrates knowledge of oral cancer treatments and educates patients about side effect management.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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