Registered Nurse - Surgical Oncology
About The Position
eHospitalHire is partnering with a leading healthcare organization in eastern North Carolina to identify compassionate and experienced Registered Nurses for a Surgical Oncology unit. This 32-bed unit cares for adult oncology patients requiring surgical interventions, as well as patients undergoing treatment for benign surgical conditions. The patient population includes Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT), Colorectal, OB/GYN, Urology, Gastrointestinal, Genitourinary, Thoracic, and Plastic Surgery patients. Nurses work in a collaborative environment with a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio, providing specialized, patient-centered care throughout the surgical recovery process. Both day and night shifts are available based on current staffing needs.
Requirements
- Diploma in Nursing, Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
- Current North Carolina RN license or eligibility to practice under the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).
- Minimum of one (1) year of acute care Registered Nurse experience required.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in Surgical Oncology, Medical-Surgical, Oncology, Post-Surgical, or Progressive Care nursing preferred.
- Oncology nursing experience and chemotherapy knowledge are a plus.
- Registered Nurses with Home Health or Palliative Care experience who have cared for oncology patients are encouraged to apply.
- Candidates with a strong oncology background in these settings will be considered for this opportunity.
Responsibilities
- Deliver safe, high-quality, patient-centered nursing care to surgical oncology and specialty surgical patients.
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized plans of care.
- Monitor patients throughout the pre-operative and post-operative recovery process, identifying changes in condition and responding appropriately.
- Administer medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with physician orders and evidence-based practice.
- Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, case management, rehabilitation, and interdisciplinary care teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, surgical recovery, medications, and discharge instructions.
- Accurately document patient care, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic medical record.
- Maintain compliance with hospital policies, patient safety initiatives, and quality improvement standards.
- Support a positive, collaborative team environment while delivering compassionate care.
Benefits
- health, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, continuing education opportunities, and career advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
