Oncology Registered Nurse – Advanced Cancer Care

The US Oncology Network; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision

PTO

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Northwest Cancer Centers in Northwest Indiana seeks an experienced Oncology R.N. to provide comprehensive patient care across the continuum, from initial contact through high-dose therapy and stem cell rescue.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team to manage symptoms, administer therapies, and support patients and families. Responsibilities include coordinating care, ensuring documentation, and facilitating communication between patients and the care team.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education, BSN preferred.
• RN state license and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Must maintain continuing education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate and promote the continuity of care consistent with established standards and practices.
• Assess health status by interviewing patients regarding current status and medical history.
• Collects and records nursing assessments and interventions.
• Reviews and reports the results of the health status assessment and physical examination, pertinent laboratory data, radiographic data and psychosocial assessment of assigned patients to the provider.
• Assesses patient/family needs and provides teaching and other instructional material.
• Provides psychosocial support to patients and families. Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Prepares and administers therapies under the direction and supervision of a physician.
• Maintains all disinfection protocols.
• Facilitate clinical operations and patient care.
• Assists physician with exams and procedures.
• Maintains efficient and appropriate patient flow in and out of exam rooms.
• Triages patient phone calls as needed and documents relevant information in the patient\'s chart.
• Assist patients in locating available community resources.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

RN licensure

BLS certification

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

Northwest Cancer Centers in Northwest Indiana seeks an experienced Oncology R.N. to provide comprehensive patient care across the continuum, from initial contact through high-dose therapy and stem cell rescue.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team to manage symptoms, administer therapies, and support patients and families. Responsibilities include coordinating care, ensuring documentation, and facilitating communication between patients and the care team.