Radiation Oncology/Hematology Oncology Registered Nurse

Veterans Health Administration; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 76,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, is seeking a Radiation Oncology/Hematology Oncology Registered Nurse in Milwaukee, WI. The role involves cross-training to support radiation and hematology oncology clinics and delivering cancer care in the Acute Outpatient Division of the Milwaukee VAMC.

Responsibilities include assessments, documentation, triage, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective patient care and handling of antineoplastic

Qualifications

• Oncology nursing knowledge including chemotherapy administration.
• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) documentation.

Responsibilities

• Use a team approach to identify, analyze, and resolve patient care problems with measurable outcomes.
• Complete physiological assessments and document in EHR per policies.
• Triage patient problems and evaluate symptoms, initiating interventions with the interdisciplinary team.
• Monitor and report ongoing care needs and outcomes to the team.
• Administer, handle, and dispose of antineoplastic drugs and medical waste following safety procedures.
• Oversee procedures and treatments in oncology, including vascular access and infusion therapies.

Job description

Radiation Oncology/Hematology Oncology Registered Nurse

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Oncology RN uses specialized knowledge to provide specific care in oncology-specific areas, including chemotherapy administration, oncology electronic ordering systems, and calculating drug dosages. This position would include cross training to work in both radiation and hematology oncology clinics. This position is located in the Acute Outpatient Division in the Milwaukee VAMC.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities of the incumbent in this position include but are not limited to: Use a team approach to identify, analyze, and resolve patient care problems with measurable outcomes. Complete physiological assessments and completes documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) in accordance to established policies and procedures.

Triage patient problems and assists in the evaluation of symptoms and initiate interventions in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. Monitor, track/tend, and report ongoing care needs and outcomes to the interdisciplinary team. Provide a safe working environment while administering, handling, and disposing of antineoplastic drugs and medical waste.

Oversee the administration and management of various medical procedures and treatments in the oncology setting, including vascular access devices and infusion treatments. Conduct in-service education based on insights gained from oncology professional development activities and acquiring specialized skills in oncology-specific areas, including chemotherapy administration, oncology electronic ordering systems, and calculating drug dosages.

Monitor requirements for specific drugs, handling immediate infusion reactions, and preventing and managing oncology-related symptoms and adverse events, such as chemo related symptoms and immune-related adverse events. NOTE: This position potentially requires flexibility in schedule and assignments.

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory Work Schedule: Days with variable start times.

Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized. PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $75678 – $131846/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-09.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.