Oncology Nursing

Iansociety; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k

Job summary

Mercy seeks an Oncology Nurse to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care to patients undergoing cancer treatment. You will coordinate chemotherapy and related therapies, monitor symptoms, educate patients and families, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

This role emphasizes safe chemotherapy administration, documentation in the EHR, and adherence to infection control in a fast-paced oncology setting across the Midwest.

Qualifications

• Active RN license.
• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred
• Chemotherapy/biotherapy administration certification

Responsibilities

• Provide direct oncology nursing care to patients receiving chemotherapy and related therapies
• Administer and monitor chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and supportive medications safely
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and monitor for treatment side effects and complications
• Educate patients and families on diagnosis, treatment plans, symptom management, and home care
• Coordinate care with physicians, pharmacists, social workers, and other team members
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR)
• Follow infection control and safety protocols for high-risk oncology populations
• Respond to urgent or emergent patient situations and escalate care appropriately
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice projects
• Support Mercy's culture of compassion, diversity, and continuous professional growth

Skills

Oncology nursing

Chemotherapy administration

Central line management

Patient assessment

Symptom management

Electronic Health Records

Care coordination

Patient and family education

Infection control

Emergency response in oncology

Job description

Mercy seeks an Oncology Nurse to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care to patients undergoing cancer treatment. In this role, you'll coordinate chemotherapy and related therapies, monitor symptoms, educate patients and families, and collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team. You'll practice within a culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning, with access to advanced oncology treatments, professional development, and opportunities to improve outcomes for patients across the Midwest.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct oncology nursing care to patients receiving chemotherapy and related therapies
• Administer and monitor chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and supportive medications safely
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and monitor for treatment side effects and complications
• Educate patients and families on diagnosis, treatment plans, symptom management, and home care
• Coordinate care with physicians, pharmacists, social workers, and other team members
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR)
• Follow infection control and safety protocols for high-risk oncology populations
• Respond to urgent or emergent patient situations and escal**ate** care appropriately
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice projects
• Support Mercy's culture of compassion, diversity, and continuous professional growth

Skills

• Oncology nursing
• Chemotherapy administration
• Central line management
• Patient assessment
• Symptom management
• Electronic Health Records (EHR)
• Care coordination
• Patient and family education
• Infection control
• Emergency response in oncology

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k

Qualifications

• Active RN license
• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred
• Chemotherapy/biotherapy administration certification