Clinical Nurse Coordinator - Hematology/Oncology

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC seeks a Clinical Nurse Coordinator – Oncology to coordinate and deliver comprehensive cancer care. The role focuses on assessing patient needs, planning individualized care plans, symptom management, and patient education, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to support safe chemotherapy and treatments.

The ideal candidate holds a DC RN license with a BSN and has oncology experience in acute-care or ambulatory settings, with strong

Qualifications

• Active DC RN license and BSN from an accredited program.
• Clinical oncology experience in acute-care or ambulatory settings.
• Coordinate complex patient care, triage, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and evidence-based practice.
• Effective communication and patient education skills.
• Mentor staff and participate in teaching/precepting as needed.
• Familiarity with EHRs, safety and infection-control requirements.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver comprehensive oncology nursing care to patients.
• Assess patient needs and plan/implement individualized care plans.
• Manage symptoms and provide patient and family education.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe treatments.
• Oversee patient flow, triage priorities, and complex case management.
• Mentor nursing staff and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to oncology protocols and uphold safety and compliance standards.

Skills

RN licensure

Oncology nursing

Care coordination

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Documentation / EHR

Mentoring staff

OCN certification

Education

DC RN license

BSN degree

Job description

Company Description

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital is a not-for-profit, 609-bed, acute-care teaching and research hospital located in Northwest Washington, D.C. Guided by the Jesuit principle of cura personalis—caring for the whole person—the hospital provides innovative diagnostic and treatment options in a compassionate, patient-centered environment. Its centers of excellence include neurosciences, transplant, cancer, and gastroenterology, supported by Magnet® nurses and internationally recognized physicians. With a strong emphasis on advanced research and cutting-edge technologies, MedStar Georgetown is known for medical excellence, clinical leadership, and a commitment to both knowledge and compassion.

Role Description

The Clinical Nurse Coordinator – Oncology is a full-time, on-site role based at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, D.C. This role focuses on coordinating and delivering comprehensive oncology nursing care, including assessing patient needs, planning and implementing individualized care plans, symptom management, and patient education. The Clinical Nurse Coordinator collaborates with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, patients, and families to support safe chemotherapy and other cancer treatments, symptom management, and education about disease processes and care plans. Daily responsibilities include overseeing patient flow, triaging clinical priorities, managing complex cases, facilitating transitions of care, and ensuring adherence to evidence-based oncology nursing standards and hospital policies. The role also involves mentoring nursing staff, participating in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to oncology-related protocols, and supporting a culture of safety, continuous learning, and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the District of Columbia and graduation from an accredited nursing program; BSN required

• Clinical oncology experience in an acute-care or ambulatory setting, with proficiency in symptom management, and oncology care pathways.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate complex patient care, including care planning, triage, patient flow management, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and clinical decision-making skills, with a commitment to evidence-based practice and quality improvement.
• Effective communication and patient education skills, including the ability to build trust, explain treatment plans clearly, and support patients and families through challenging diagnoses.
• Organizational and time-management abilities to prioritize multiple patients and tasks, maintain accurate documentation, and meet regulatory and hospital standards.
• Ability to mentor and support nursing colleagues, contribute to staff development, and participate in teaching and precepting as needed.
• Oncology Nursing Certification (e.g., OCN) or willingness to obtain certification within an established timeframe preferred.
• Comfort with electronic health records and related clinical systems, as well as familiarity with safety, infection control, and compliance requirements.