Registered Nurse - Radiation Oncology Float

St. Luke's Health System•Boise, ID

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About The Position

The Radiation Oncology Registered Nurse is a full-time float position supporting St. Luke’s Cancer Institute clinics in Boise, Meridian, Nampa, and Fruitland. The role provides radiation oncology triage and primary nursing care for patients undergoing treatment, working with patients of all ages and their families. The RN assesses and triages calls, provides medical guidance and education, evaluates patients, and supports physicians as part of an interprofessional team. The position also assists with monitoring CT simulation and radiation procedure patients and, when covering the Boise clinic, initiates IVs and monitors patients receiving contrast. This position is scheduled for four 9-hour day shifts per week, with no nights, weekends, or St. Luke’s observed holidays. Sign-on bonus eligibility for new hires and certification pay are available. St. Luke’s Cancer Institute is a network of five outpatient hematology/oncology treatment centers providing chemotherapy, biologic, and radiation therapies, along with patient-centered care, research, prevention, education, and early detection initiatives.

Requirements

Nursing degree.
At least 1 year of RN experience; alternatively, at least 3 years of RN experience in lieu of an oncology background.
Current RN licensure in the state of practice.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider certification through the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Health & Safety Institute.

Nice To Haves

Oncology experience is strongly preferred.
Radiation Oncology or Oncology experience.
OCN certification.
Strong assessment skills.

Responsibilities

Float among St. Luke’s Cancer Institute Treasure Valley sites in Boise, Meridian, Nampa, and Fruitland.
Triage calls and evaluate patients of all ages undergoing radiation oncology treatment using critical-thinking and assessment skills.
Provide compassionate, patient-centered support to patients living with cancer and their families in the clinic and through the triage process.
Offer medical guidance and education as part of an interprofessional team.
Work closely with providers, navigators, pharmacists, patient financial advocates, and other disciplines.
Evaluate patients and support physicians with patient care.
Assist in monitoring and caring for CT simulation and radiation procedure patients.
When covering the Boise clinic, initiate IVs and monitor patients receiving contrast.