Registered Nurse (RN) / Oncology

St. Vincent's Medical Center • Bridgeport, CT

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides direct nursing care in accordance with the healthcare organization’s established policies, procedures, and protocols. The RN coordinates patient care across disciplines, monitors and communicates patient conditions, carries out physician and nursing orders, and assesses discharge-planning needs with the healthcare team. The role involves individualized care planning that addresses patients’ physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, and age-related needs, as well as delegating appropriate care activities to nursing personnel. The RN participates in interdisciplinary rounds and professional development activities and practices in accordance with ANA standards, ethics, and social policy.

The position is at St. Vincent’s Medical Center, a Magnet-designated teaching hospital and Level 2 Trauma Center in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and part of Hartford HealthCare. Oncology RN experience is highly preferred.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• Associate degree required.
• Current Connecticut RN license.
• BLS certification by the American Heart Association.

Nice To Haves

• Oncology RN experience highly preferred.
• BSN preferred.
• Chemo certification preferred.
• Two years of Medical-Surgical/Critical Care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor patient care plans; monitor, record, and communicate patient condition as appropriate.
• Coordinate care as the primary coordinator across disciplines.
• Note and carry out physician and nursing orders.
• Assess and coordinate patient discharge-planning needs with members of the healthcare team.
• Assess patients and identify physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, and age-related needs to provide individualized care.
• Delegate aspects of care to nursing personnel according to their education and expertise to meet patient needs and maximize staff performance.
• Participate in daily interdisciplinary patient rounds and provide appropriate input based on the patient’s condition and desired outcomes.
• Practice in accordance with the ANA Scope and Standards of Nursing Practice, ANA Code of Ethics, and ANA Social Policy Statement.
• Develop, implement, and revise individualized plans of care.
• Participate in professional growth and development activities outside of patient care.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 after six months of employment.
• Up to 40% tuition discounts with partnering institutions for colleagues and dependents.
• Employee assistance and wellness programs with a strong focus on mental health.
• Paid time off.
• Health insurance packages.
• Free on-site parking.
• Discounts on services, products, and optional coverages, including movie tickets, pet insurance, and travel.

What This Job Offers

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