Registered Nurse (RN, GN) - Oncology
About The Position
Hartford Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse for its CB2 oncology unit, which serves medical oncology patients, including people with solid tumors, hematological cancers, acute leukemia, lymphoma, and benign hematology conditions. The unit also provides hospice and end-of-life care and may care for appropriate medical-surgical overflow patients. Nurses work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams in a diverse, patient-centered environment. Under the direction and general supervision of the Nurse Manager, the Registered Nurse uses evidence-based practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, hospital policies and procedures, and medical staff direction. The nurse applies the nursing process to develop a plan of care that meets patients’ and families’ physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs. Hartford HealthCare describes opportunities for career development and growth and offers a competitive benefits program designed to support work-life balance. The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer.
Requirements
- Current Connecticut RN license.
- Graduate of an accredited nursing school; an Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) is required.
- Must obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) within six years of starting in the RN role.
- BLS certification from the American Heart Association is required before the date of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Responsibilities
- Use evidence-based nursing practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, hospital policies and procedures, and direction from the medical staff.
- Apply the nursing process to develop plans of care that address patients’ and families’ physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs.
- Provide care to medical oncology patients, including patients with solid tumors, hematological cancers, acute leukemia, lymphoma, and benign hematology conditions.
- Provide hospice and end-of-life care.
- Care for appropriate medical-surgical overflow patients when necessary.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits program designed to support work-life balance.
- Career development and growth opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
