Oncology Intake Coordinator (RN/LPN)

Astera Cancer Care; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Louisiana seeks an experienced nurse to coordinate new patient intake, schedule consults, and support radiation oncology services. The role ensures documentation is received before the first appointment and assists designated physicians.

Responsibilities include patient education, coordination of PET/CT referrals, and specialized nursing care in brachytherapy. Active LA RN or LPN license and BLS CPR are required; oncology experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Nursing diploma (ASN or BSN) from approved program.
• Active RN or LPN license in the state of LA required
• ONS/OCN highly preferred
• BLS CPR required
• Minimum of 2 years of general nursing experience
• Oncology nursing experience highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordinate new patient intake and care for all physicians.
• Scheduling of all new consult patients.
• Coordinate and scheduling of PET/CT referrals.
• Coordination of patient care services.
• Specialized nursing care of radiation oncology patients.
• Patient education and participation in brachytherapy procedures

Skills

Coordination

Patient education

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

ASN or BSN

Job description

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Louisiana seeks an experienced nurse to coordinate new patient intake, schedule consults, and support radiation oncology services. The role ensures documentation is received before the first appointment and assists designated physicians.

Responsibilities include patient education, coordination of PET/CT referrals, and specialized nursing care in brachytherapy. Active LA RN or LPN license and BLS CPR are required; oncology experience preferred.