Registered Nurse - Outpatient Oncology (Per Diem)

Montage Health • Monterey, CA

1d • $83 - $111

About The Position

Under the leadership of the department director, assistant director, nursing supervisor, and/or charge nurse, the registered nurse (RN) plans, directs, assesses, and provides nursing care according to hospital and department policies and procedures. The role emphasizes quality of care, professional commitment, teamwork, interpersonal skills, safety, good public and customer relations, and broad nursing knowledge. The RN is experienced and may orient new staff, precept students, and assume relief charge nurse duties when oriented and assigned.

This is a per diem position with a variable schedule based on outpatient staffing and patient care needs. Hours and days vary according to department needs and may include coverage for absences and increased census. The pay range is $83.04 to $111.05 per hour, based on years of applicable experience. Shift differentials are $5.50 per hour for evening shifts and $8.00 per hour for night shifts; the hours worked determine when a differential is paid.

Requirements

• A California RN license is required.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS is required.
• Complete the ONS chemotherapy/biotherapy certificate (provider card) within 90 days of hire.
• Pass orientation and initial competency assessment before independent assignment of patients requiring the applicable skill, and complete and pass all annual competencies.

Nice To Haves

• One year of oncology experience, including experience administering chemotherapy treatments, is preferred.
• A bachelor's degree in nursing is preferred.
• OCN certification is highly preferred.
• PALS certification is required before completion of orientation and independent assignment for those hired or transferred into Outpatient Oncology on or after September 1, 2026; existing employees must obtain it by September 1, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, assess, and provide nursing care according to hospital and department policies and procedures.
• Orient new staff.
• Precept students.
• Assume relief charge nurse duties when oriented and assigned.
• Pass orientation and initial competency assessment before independently caring for patients requiring the applicable skill, and complete and pass annual competencies.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed