Registered Nurse

The US Oncology Network • Morristown, TN

21d

About The Position

Tennessee Cancer Specialists is seeking a Registered Nurse to administer, monitor, and document chemotherapy and other infusion treatments according to plans ordered by oncology and hematology providers. The nurse provides patients with treatment education, emotional support, and compassionate, patient-focused care throughout their cancer journey. The role also involves serving as a resource to patients and clinical team members, keeping current on infection treatments, and communicating respectfully and promptly with the care team.

Requirements

• Professional nursing degree.
• Tennessee State Nursing licensure.
• Current BLS certification upon hire.
• At least one year of prior nursing experience.
• Experience performing venipuncture and accessing ports to administer treatment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain attention to detail and a patient-focused mindset.
• Familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) systems and HIPAA, OSHA, and other safety guidelines.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Lifting limited to 40 pounds or less.
• Manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, full range of motion to assist with lifting patients, and corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Chemo-Immuno certification.
• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification.

Responsibilities

• Administer, monitor, and document chemotherapy and other infusion treatments according to provider-ordered treatment plans.
• Educate patients about their treatments and provide emotional support and compassionate care.
• Provide excellent customer service and help patients feel comfortable during treatment.
• Stay current on infection treatments and serve as a resource for patients and clinical team members.
• Communicate respectfully and promptly with relevant team members to support quality patient care.
• Assist with additional tasks as needed.

What This Job Offers

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