Full Time Oncology RN Days

Baptist Health; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus eligibility

Job summary

Baptist Health is seeking an Oncology Nurse for a dedicated 24-bed unit focused on holistic cancer care in Louisville, Kentucky. The role involves assessments, chemotherapy administration support, pain management, and coordinated multidisciplinary care for patients and families.

Active Kentucky RN license and BCLS are required; chemo/ONS certification should be obtained within 6 months. New graduates are welcome to apply for this challenging, compassionate team environment.

Qualifications

• Active Kentucky RN License
• BCLS required
• Chemo/ONS certification required within 6 months

Responsibilities

• Assess and identify patient needs and implement appropriate interventions.
• Establish and maintain a plan for delivery of nursing care and direct care activities.
• Support patients and families as a resource through the cancer journey.

Skills

Critical thinking

Compassionate care

Dysrhythmias knowledge

Education

Active Kentucky RN License

BCLS certification

Chemo/ONS certification within 6 months

Job description

Summary

Job Description:

Sign on Bonus Eligible for Experienced Candidates

About the Unit:

Oncology is a 24 bed all private unit that is devoted to holistic care of cancer patients and their families. This challenging environment provides for development of critical thinking skills and head-to-toe assessments, including the care and administration of chemotherapy, pain management, and specialized cancer care. A basic understanding of dysrhythmias is required for oncology patients who may require cardiac monitoring. A multi- disciplinary team of doctors, nurses, dietitians, social workers, and massage therapists provide support to the oncology patients. New Graduate Nurses are welcome.

Job Duties:

The Oncology Nurse assesses and identifies patient needs and implements appropriate interventions. The Nurse establishes and maintains a plan for the delivery of nursing care; assures that nursing care interventions and activities are directed to resolve problems; and performs technical aspects of care competently. Oncology nurses must have strong critical thinking skills while providing compassionate care. The Oncology nurse also acts as a family and patient resource to guide them through all stages of the patient's cancer journey.

Minimum Education, Training, and Experience

Active Kentucky RN License

BCLS required

Chemo/ONS certification required within 6 months

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.