Registered Nurse-Hematology/Oncology-Ambulatory Triage

Indiana University Health System • Lafayette, LA

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About The Position

Indiana University Health is seeking a Registered Nurse to join its Hematology/Oncology Ambulatory Triage team in Lafayette, Indiana. The role supports medical oncology, hematology, and infusion patients through phone triage, symptom management, care coordination, medication refills, referrals, and patient education. The nurse works closely with multidisciplinary providers caring for patients receiving chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapies, blood products, and supportive treatments. The position is Monday through Friday, 8:45 a.m. to 5:15 p.m., with no weekends or holidays. The position is part of a growing program, with a new cancer center planned to welcome its first patients in 2028.

Requirements

• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Graduation from a nationally accredited nursing program.
• Associate of Nursing (ASN) degree.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
• Knowledge of procedures for functions appropriate to the clinical area and familiarity with designated equipment and supplies.
• Ability to coordinate a number of functions for a group of patients in an effective, timely manner.
• Awareness and understanding of the legal implications of patient care activities and performance as a Registered Nurse.
• Ability to assess patients without face-to-face interaction.
• Strong clinical judgment and communication skills, and ability to prioritize patient needs in a fast-paced ambulatory setting.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Two years of experience in an ambulatory setting.
• Advanced life support certifications may be required depending on unit or department specialty and patient care policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide phone triage and assess patients without face-to-face interaction.
• Support symptom management and coordinate patient care.
• Handle medication refills and referrals.
• Provide patient education.
• Coordinate multiple functions for a group of patients effectively and in a timely manner.
• Apply knowledge of procedures, equipment, and supplies appropriate to the clinical area.
• Perform nursing care with awareness of its legal implications.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits
• Support for personal and professional goals

What This Job Offers

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