Clinical Nurse - Oncology

Vetted Solutions; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus eligibility

Night shifts

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Vetted Solutions seeks an RN to provide direct patient care in a 32-bed oncology unit, with a 3 or 4 to 1 patient-to-nurse ratio. BSN or ADN candidates encouraged; GNs considered.

You will perform assessments, develop and implement care plans, educate patients and families, and ensure safety and quality standards are met. The role emphasizes collaboration with an interprofessional team and a multidisciplinary approach to high-acuity oncology care, including education and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Nursing Diploma or ADN required with RN licensure.
• BSN preferred; 2+ years experience beneficial.
• Strong assessment, communication and critical thinking.
• Able to work in a safety-sensitive environment with professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Promote patient- and family-centered care with education on illness and post-treatment needs.
• Develop and communicate individualized care plans with an interprofessional team.
• Assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs while honoring patient values.
• Participate in activities supporting safety, quality, and compliance.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Communication

Critical thinking

Patient safety

Education

Nursing Diploma or ADN

BSN preferred

Job description

Role Overview

This position involves providing direct patient care in a 32-bed oncology unit specializing in blood cancers, with a patient-to-nurse ratio of 3 or 4:1. Candidates with a BSN or ADN are encouraged to apply, and GNs will also be considered. The role includes performing assessments, developing and implementing care plans, educating patients and families, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

Role Overview

This position involves providing direct patient care in a 32-bed oncology unit specializing in blood cancers, with a patient-to-nurse ratio of 3 or 4:1. Candidates with a BSN or ADN are encouraged to apply, and GNs will also be considered. The role includes performing assessments, developing and implementing care plans, educating patients and families, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote patient- and family-centered care, including education on illness management, medication, and post-treatment needs.
• Participate in activities supporting patient safety, quality, and compliance, and engage in professional development.
• Develop and communicate individualized care plans in collaboration with an interprofessional team.
• Assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient values and barriers to involvement in care.

Qualifications & Skills

• Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree; RN licensure required.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and at least 2 years of experience.
• Strong assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work in a safety-sensitive environment with alertness and professionalism.

Additional Information

The role offers sign-on bonus eligibility, night shifts, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement, tuition assistance, and paid time off. The position emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach to caring for high-acuity oncology patients requiring complex interventions.