Registered Nurse - Oncology Clinic Support Nurse

IU Health • Indianapolis, IN

22h • Onsite

About The Position

The Oncology Clinic Support Nurse coordinates patient care across the treatment continuum, develops personalized care plans with patients and primary physicians, and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely delivery of tests and treatments. The nurse advocates for patients, supports adherence to treatment, educates patients and families, and promotes clear communication and continuity of care. The position also balances care delivery with financial considerations, documents care activities accurately, supports quality improvement, and ensures compliance with healthcare policies and regulations. The role focuses on Melanoma and Sarcoma Oncology and Melanoma and Sarcoma Surgical Oncology at University Hospital.

The position is on-site and scheduled for five 8-hour day shifts, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with no weekends or holidays. It is listed as 1.0 FTE. The team offers a learning-focused environment with precepting and mentoring support.

Requirements

• Minimum of one year of RN experience.
• Associate of Nursing (ASN) degree required.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license required.
• Graduation from a nationally accredited nursing program required. Candidates who did not graduate from a nationally accredited program may be considered with more than two years of acute care experience, subject to review and approval by the Chief Nursing Officer.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association required.
• Additional advanced Life Support certifications may be required according to unit or department specialty and patient care policies.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care needs across the treatment continuum in collaboration with healthcare team members.
• Partner with patients and primary physicians to develop individualized care plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other health professionals to ensure timely and appropriate tests and treatments.
• Advocate for patients’ needs and preferences throughout the care process.
• Balance care delivery with financial considerations to promote efficient treatment options.
• Support patient education and provide ongoing guidance and advocacy.
• Maintain accurate documentation of care activities and support quality improvement initiatives.
• Facilitate continuity of care and communication among care providers.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare policies and regulations.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings with employer match
• Employer-paid medical leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness eligibility through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
• Employee Assistance Program with counseling at no cost
• Team member wellness programs with participation-based financial incentives
• Relocation incentive eligibility
• Referral eligibility

What This Job Offers

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