Radiation Oncology Nurse

Cancer Nursing Today; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k

Job summary

HCA Healthcare in Tennessee is seeking a part-time Radiation Oncology Nurse to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care to patients undergoing radiation therapy. You will assess patients, monitor treatment responses, manage symptoms, and educate families on care plans.

Collaborate with radiation oncologists, therapists, and care teams; document accurately in EMR; follow safety protocols; participate in quality improvement to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Active RN license required.
• Oncology nursing experience preferred.
• Familiarity with radiation oncology workflows.
• Ability to educate patients and families on care plans.
• Strong patient assessment and vital signs monitoring.
• Proficient EMR documentation and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate nursing care to radiation oncology patients before, during, and after treatments
• Perform patient assessments, monitor vital signs, and manage side effects of radiation therapy
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and oncology protocols
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, symptom management, and follow-up care
• Collaborate closely with radiation oncologists, therapists, and interdisciplinary care teams
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record
• Follow safety and infection control standards specific to oncology and radiation environments
• Support quality improvement and patient-centered care initiatives within the department

Skills

Oncology nursing

Radiation oncology workflows

Patient assessment

IV therapy and medication

Symptom management

EMR

Patient education

Infection control and safety

Care coordination

Vital signs monitoring

Active RN license

BLS

OCN preferred

ACLS preferred

Job description

HCA Healthcare is seeking a part-time Radiation Oncology Nurse to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care to patients undergoing radiation therapy. In this role, you will assess patients, monitor treatment responses, manage symptoms and side effects, and administer medications under oncology protocols. You will educate patients and families on care plans, collaborate with radiation oncologists and therapists, and maintain accurate EMR documentation. HCA Healthcare offers a supportive culture focused on teamwork, continuous learning, and professional growth while making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate nursing care to radiation oncology patients before, during, and after treatments
• Perform patient assessments, monitor vital signs, and manage side effects of radiation therapy
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and oncology protocols
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, symptom management, and follow-up care
• Collaborate closely with radiation oncologists, therapists, and interdisciplinary care teams
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record
• Follow safety and infection control standards specific to oncology and radiation environments
• Support quality improvement and patient-centered care initiatives within the department

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Oncology nursing
• Radiation oncology workflows
• Patient assessment
• IV therapy and medication administration
• Symptom and side-effect management
• Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
• Patient and family education
• Infection control and safety
• Care coordination
• Vital signs monitoring
• Active RN license
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) preferred
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k