Oncology RN — Impactful Cancer Care & Chemo Support

The US Oncology Network; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Virginia Oncology Associates in Chesapeake, VA is seeking an Oncology RN to support our office. This full-time, in-person role involves administering chemotherapy, monitoring patient therapy, venipuncture, port access, and maintaining patient flow with thorough documentation and physician communication.

Required RN license; BSN preferred, oncology experience preferred, BCLS current, and travel between offices as needed. Compensation ranges from $31.85 to $64.75 per hour depending on factors.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education required; BSN preferred.
• Oncology experience strongly preferred.
• Current RN state license required.
• Current BCLS certification required.
• OCN certification preferred.
• Must be willing to travel between offices as needed.

Responsibilities

• Administers chemotherapy, hydration, and other medications under the direction and supervision of a physician.
• Assesses and monitors therapy of patients using appropriate technical skills under the direction and supervision of a physician.
• Assesses patients for changes in condition, including but not limited to abnormal labs, x-rays, scans and drug reactions. Initiates appropriate action.
• Performs venipuncture, accesses implanted ports and maintains central venous access devices and alternate delivering systems.
• Maintains efficient and appropriate patient flow.
• Phone triage as assigned.
• Documents all elements of care.
• Serves as a resource to the Medical Assistants.
• Communicates all pertinent information and any interventions to the physician or advanced practice provider.
• Assesses patient and family needs.

Skills

Oncology nursing

Education

RN license required

Job description

Virginia Oncology Associates in Chesapeake, VA is seeking an Oncology RN to support our office. This full-time, in-person role involves administering chemotherapy, monitoring patient therapy, venipuncture, port access, and maintaining patient flow with thorough documentation and physician communication.

Required RN license; BSN preferred, oncology experience preferred, BCLS current, and travel between offices as needed. Compensation ranges from $31.85 to $64.75 per hour depending on factors.