Oncology Nurse Educator - Infusion & Patient Education Lead

St. Joseph's/Candler; Bluffton (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph's/Candler is seeking an Ambulatory Oncology Nurse Patient Educator to educate patients starting new treatment regimens and empower families with resources for their plan.

The role requires oncology infusion experience, strong communication, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team across multiple sites. The nurse will review charts, coordinate education appointments, prepare education packets and assist with referrals and scheduling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• ONS ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certification required.
• OCN Certification preferred or to be obtained within 6 months.
• 2+ years infusion/medical oncology experience required.
• 3-5 years nursing experience.
• Professional license with state of practice required.
• BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Review patient charts for medications, allergies, labs, pathology and ensure testing per regimen.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.
• Prioritize education appointments and coordinate with infusion staff, pharmacists, dietitians and social workers.
• Prepare patient education packets and scheduling for labs and follow-up.
• Educate patients and families on regimen specifics and support needs.
• Document education and communicate clearance or barriers to care; contact patients within 72 hours post-education.

Skills

Infusion experience

Oncology nursing background

Communication skills

Time management

Documentation skills

Travel to multiple sites

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

ONS ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certification

OCN Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

St. Joseph's/Candler is seeking an Ambulatory Oncology Nurse Patient Educator to educate patients starting new treatment regimens and empower families with resources for their plan.

The role requires oncology infusion experience, strong communication, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team across multiple sites. The nurse will review charts, coordinate education appointments, prepare education packets and assist with referrals and scheduling.