Oncology Chemotherapy RN — Compassionate Cancer Care

UF Health; Leesburg (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health Leesburg Hospital is seeking an oncology RN to join its team, delivering specialized cancer care and advancing expertise in oncology settings.

Responsibilities include applying the nursing process, collaborating with the care team, and supporting patients through complex treatment journeys. Oncology experience preferred; certification pathway described.

Qualifications

• ADN required; BSN preferred.
• Florida RN license required; BLS certification.
• NIH Stroke Scale Certification.
• ONS Biotherapy Certification within 3 months of hire.
• Chemotherapy certification preferred; willing to obtain within six months.
• Prior oncology experience strongly preferred.
• Interest in learning oncology nursing and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Utilize nursing process to assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Provide compassionate care to patients and families during complex treatment journeys.
• Under the direction of the director/charge nurse, perform duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Compassionate patient care

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

BSN preferred

Job description

Overview

Since the doors opened more than 60 years ago, UF Health Leesburg Hospital has continued to build upon its reputation as a leading medical center and the most comprehensive provider of health care services in the region.
The hospital offers advanced cardiovascular care, including one of the largest open-heart programs in Florida. The American College of Cardiology has recognized UF Health Leesburg Hospital for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain by awarding a Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI and Resuscitation – its highest and best level of accreditation. The hospital also offers world-class orthopaedics, minimally invasive robotic-assisted surgery, lifesaving emergency care, stroke treatment, labor & delivery, and so much more.

Seeking nurses who are committed to delivering specialized cancer care and are eager to develop expertise in the oncology setting.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the director/ charge nurse, the RN utilizes the nursing process, facilitates patient care making nursing assessments and diagnosis, formulates care plans based on the diagnosis and implements and evaluates the plan of care, performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

- Florida Registered Nurse License

- BLS

- NIH Stroke Scale Certification

- ONS Biotherapy Certification within 3 months of hire

Special Skills/Qualifications/Additional Training/Experience Required:

• Prior oncology experience is strongly preferred.
• Candidates without oncology experience must demonstrate a strong interest in learning oncology nursing and commitment to professional development.
• For Chemotherapy RN positions, previous oncology experience is required.
• Chemotherapy certification is preferred; however, candidates without certification must be willing to obtain chemotherapy certification within six months of hire.
• Candidates should possess strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to provide compassionate care to patients and families during complex treatment journeys.

Employment History:

• A consistent and stable work history is preferred, with demonstrated commitment to previous employers and roles.