Oncology RN - Infusion & Patient Care Specialist

Boston While Black; Foxborough (MA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oncology Registered Nurse at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute focuses on patient assessment, education, care coordination, therapy administration, and symptom management for oncology and hematology patients at our Boston campus.

The nurse performs chemotherapy administration, infusion therapy, telephone triage, and family education, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and ensuring compliance with ASCO/ONS guidelines and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in MA or NH as appropriate.
• BSN strongly preferred; on-the-job oncology nursing may be required.
• Oncology Nursing Residency Program or 1 year RN experience preferred.
• AHA BLS certification required (ACLS acceptable).

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert oncology nursing care with assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Administer chemotherapy and other therapies, monitor for adverse effects.
• Educate patients and families, provide psychosocial support, and coordinate care.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher

Job description

The Oncology Registered Nurse at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute focuses on patient assessment, education, care coordination, therapy administration, and symptom management for oncology and hematology patients at our Boston campus.

The nurse performs chemotherapy administration, infusion therapy, telephone triage, and family education, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and ensuring compliance with ASCO/ONS guidelines and safety standards.