RN - Medical Oncology Clinic
About The Position
UW Health | Carbone Cancer Center is seeking a Medical Oncology Clinic Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered cancer care at University Hospital and Eastpark Medical Center in Madison, Wisconsin. The role supports patients with solid tumor cancers receiving chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and other emerging treatments. The RN collaborates with medical oncologists, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, and other specialists to deliver evidence-based, personalized care using current research and clinical guidelines. The nurse assesses symptoms and concerns during clinic visits, telephone calls, and electronic patient portal communications; coordinates appropriate interventions and follow-up; and helps patients manage treatment-related effects and recognize potential complications. The RN also educates and supports patients and families regarding treatment plans, expectations, medications, symptom monitoring, and when to contact the care team. Specialized education, including chemotherapy certification, and professional development are available to help nurses stay current with evolving cancer treatments and evidence-based nursing practices. This position is 80% FTE, with eight-hour day shifts Monday through Friday, generally 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and one day off per week. Hours may vary according to departmental operational needs. Partial remote work may be possible after successful onboarding, at least six months after starting.
Requirements
- Graduate of a school of nursing.
- At least 6 months of RN experience.
- Registration as a registered nurse in the state of employment or licensure in a state in the licensure compact, upon hire.
- Current CPR/BLS certification, upon hire.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN).
- Relevant inpatient RN experience.
- Ambulatory experience.
- Relevant oncology experience.
- Chemotherapy experience.
- Experience with Venous Access Devices (VADs) and IV skills.
- Certification in specialty area of practice.
Responsibilities
- Partner with medical oncologists, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, and other specialists to implement evidence-based cancer treatments and provide safe, effective, personalized care.
- Care for patients with solid tumor cancers receiving chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and other emerging cancer treatments.
- Assess patient symptoms and concerns during clinic visits, telephone calls, and electronic patient portal communications.
- Coordinate appropriate interventions and follow-up care based on patient assessments.
- Help patients manage treatment-related effects, including fatigue, nausea, pain, blood count changes, and infection risk, and recognize and escalate potential complications.
- Educate patients and families about chemotherapy treatment plans, treatment expectations, medication management, symptom monitoring, and when to contact the care team.
- Build therapeutic relationships and support patients throughout their cancer journey.
- Participate in specialized education, including chemotherapy certification, and professional development to stay current with cancer treatments and evidence-based nursing practices.
Benefits
- Health and dental insurance.
- Paid time off.
- Retirement plans.
- Two-week paid parental leave.
- Adoption assistance.
- Flexible schedule and shift options intended to support work-life balance.
- Resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department supporting emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
- Acuity-based staffing ratios.
- Shared governance structure.
- Nursing excellence recognition and award programs.
- Tuition benefits for coursework associated with career advancement.
- Referral bonus for referring people to open, posted positions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
