Oncology RN: Chemotherapy & Care Coordinator

BMC Software, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is seeking an Oncology Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care for oncology and hematology patients. The role emphasizes assessment, education, coordination of care, chemotherapy administration and symptom management within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include planning and evaluating care, documenting charges, educating patients and families, and ensuring high quality, evidence-based practice in a busy clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Nursing degree required; BSN preferred, ability to obtain BSN within 4 years.
• BLS required (ACLS accepted)

Responsibilities

• Delivers expert, evidence-based nursing care to patients and families.
• Implements the nursing process: Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation.
• Administers medications and therapies including chemotherapy; may provide blood transfusions.
• Educates patients and families about treatment modalities and symptom management.
• Maintains documentation and billing for services rendered.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Adaptability

IV skills

Active listening

English proficiency

Education

Nursing degree (Diploma, ASN or BSN)

Ability to obtain BSN within 4 years

Job description

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is seeking an Oncology Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care for oncology and hematology patients. The role emphasizes assessment, education, coordination of care, chemotherapy administration and symptom management within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include planning and evaluating care, documenting charges, educating patients and families, and ensuring high quality, evidence-based practice in a busy clinical setting.