Oncology Registered Nurse: Discharge Planner & Advocate

CommonSpirit Health; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 46,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Memorial is seeking an Oncology RN to collaborate with physicians, other registered nurses, specialized departments, and community resources to educate patients and build a comprehensive discharge plan tailored to each oncology journey.

You will monitor for acute changes, administer intravenous therapies, and manage rapidly changing situations while prioritizing safety, dignity, and patient advocacy.

Qualifications

• Associates Of Science in Nursing and TN RN licensure required.
• BLS CPR certification required within 14 days.
• Chemotherapy provider certification within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients and detect acute changes; escalate concerns as needed.
• Administer and monitor IV therapies and meds per patient rights; prevent falls and skin breakdown.
• Manage rapidly changing situations and prioritize patient needs.
• Contribute to a healing environment; advocate for patients and uphold dignity.
• Educate patients and families; explain conditions and discharge plans.

Skills

BLS CPR

Education

Associates Of Science Nursing

RN license Tennessee

Cancer Chemotherapy Provider

Job description

CommonSpirit Memorial is seeking an Oncology RN to collaborate with physicians, other registered nurses, specialized departments, and community resources to educate patients and build a comprehensive discharge plan tailored to each oncology journey.

You will monitor for acute changes, administer intravenous therapies, and manage rapidly changing situations while prioritizing safety, dignity, and patient advocacy.