Registered Nurse - Radiation Oncology
About The Position
The Registered Nurse – Radiation Oncology assumes responsibility and accountability for providing nursing care to patients and their families. The role provides expert, compassionate, individualized care and collaborates with providers, staff, and other team members to achieve optimal patient outcomes. The nurse oversees daily patient flow, triages requests, provides patient education, administers medications and treatments, and assists with procedures as needed. The role coordinates care with physician practices and other Vail Health teams, works independently with minimal supervision, and uses Relationship-Based Care to advocate for patient safety, preferences, and effective communication.
Requirements
- One year of clinical experience.
- Bachelor's degree.
- A Registered Nurse license in Colorado or a valid compact state.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily patient flow to optimize patient care, safety, and satisfaction.
- Triage incoming patient requests for services.
- Provide patient education to support the plan of care, informed healthcare choices, and wellness.
- Delegate care appropriately and according to Colorado statute.
- Use healthcare assessment, prioritization, and critical-thinking skills.
- Handle a high volume of telephone requests for medications, information, and assistance.
- Administer medications, perform treatments, and assist with procedures while adhering to patient safety guidelines.
- Coordinate patient care with other physician practices, Vail Health, and others to achieve high levels of care and satisfaction.
- Work independently with minimal supervision.
- Use Relationship-Based Care to advocate for safety and patient preferences and promote communication by partnering with patients and families.
Benefits
- Paid parental leave (four weeks).
- Housing programs.
- Childcare reimbursement.
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Tuition assistance.
- Existing student loan repayment.
- Specialty certification reimbursement.
- Annual supplemental educational funds.
- Up to five weeks of paid time off in the first year, increasing in subsequent years.
- 403(b) retirement plan with immediate matching.
- Life insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Up to $1,000 annual wellbeing reimbursement.
- Recreation discounts.
- Pet insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
