Part-Time RN - Oncology Infusion - MGH

Mass General Brigham•Waltham, MA

1d•$42 - $108•Onsite

About The Position

This is an onsite, part-time Registered Nurse position in an ambulatory oncology infusion setting at Massachusetts General Hospital. The nurse interprets the medical plan of care, assesses patients and makes clinical decisions about nursing care, ensures care is delivered safely and competently, provides individualized nursing care, and evaluates care for groups of patients. The role involves direct patient care and is scheduled for 30 hours per week on the day shift. The position requires an associate degree in nursing; a bachelor's degree in nursing is preferred. A state Registered Nurse license is required, and experience cannot substitute for the degree requirement. Clinical nursing experience of 0–1 year is required. The posting strongly prefers 3–5 years of ambulatory or oncology infusion experience, notes that IV skills are preferable, and prefers OCN certification. Completion of an ONS Immunotherapy/Biotherapy course is required.

Requirements

Associate degree in nursing required; experience cannot be accepted in lieu of a degree.
Registered Nurse state license required.
Clinical nursing experience of 0–1 year required.
Completion of an ONS Immunotherapy/Biotherapy course required.
Familiarity with the principles and skills needed for practical nursing and patient care.
Knowledge of care required by the age groups served.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and secure sensitive information.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Excellent verbal and communication skills.
Ability to accurately screen and triage acute patients.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
Strong preference for 3–5 years of ambulatory or oncology infusion experience.
IV skills preferable.
OCN preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
Administer medications and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.
Record patients’ medical information and vital signs.
Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients’ conditions.
Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients’ responses and conditions.
Interpret the plan of medical care; assess patients and make clinical decisions regarding nursing care.
Ensure nursing care is provided safely and competently, provide individualized care, and evaluate nursing care for groups of patients.
Accurately screen and triage acute patients.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.
Tuition reimbursement.
Generous paid time off.
Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount).
Resources for childcare and emergency backup care.
Hospital-paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan.
Employee discounts on tickets and passes for activities including ski resorts, museums, and sporting events.
Career advancement opportunities.
Differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable.
Recognition programs.