Oncology RN CCRI: Lead Care & Trials

Healthier Mississippi People; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthier Mississippi People is seeking an experienced Oncology Registered Nurse to assess, develop, implement, and evaluate nursing care for adult cancer patients in the assigned clinical area. You will coordinate protocol and non-protocol chemotherapy regimens, calculate dosages, schedule patients, maintain records and admit patients as directed by physicians.

You will counsel patients and families on treatment and medication management, and serve as a liaison among case managers, home health

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as RN for at least one year.
• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) required post-hire within three years.
• BSN degree preferred for oncology nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, assess, educate, and manage chemotherapy effects.
• Document evaluations and coordinate care for trial patients.
• Review orders, monitor patient condition, and follow oncology protocols.
• Maintain equipment and a safe, clean work environment.
• Communicate with team and educate patients through all treatment phases.
• Participate in committees or projects to improve patient care.
• Assist with referrals, social work, and financial counseling as needed.
• Manage nursing assessments, billing responsibilities, and IMPAC scheduling.

Skills

Nursing care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

RN license

OCN

BSN

Job description

Healthier Mississippi People is seeking an experienced Oncology Registered Nurse to assess, develop, implement, and evaluate nursing care for adult cancer patients in the assigned clinical area. You will coordinate protocol and non-protocol chemotherapy regimens, calculate dosages, schedule patients, maintain records and admit patients as directed by physicians.

You will counsel patients and families on treatment and medication management, and serve as a liaison among case managers, home health