Radiation Oncology RN — Part-Time with Growth & Benefits

Tufts Medicine; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clinical Advancement

Competitive Salary

Paid Certification

403(b)

Shared Governance

Tuition Reimbursement

Clinical Mobility Tracks

Free Parking

Job summary

The RN role at Tufts Medicine's Lowell General campus provides direct nursing care to patients and their families in accordance with physician orders. The majority of time is spent ensuring accurate assessments, care planning, and delivery within the scope of the nursing practice.

Levels I–IV determine experience requirements; Massachusetts RN licensure and BLS are required, with department-specific certifications as needed.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts RN Licensure.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• Department-specific certifications may be required depending on the department.
• Experience based on level (I, II, III, or IV).

Responsibilities

• Participates in performance improvement initiatives.
• Conscientiously evaluates and integrates evidence-based practice and research into clinical practice.
• Conducts and documents accurate clinical assessments.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates the patient’s individualized plan of care.
• Uses professional nursing judgment to individualize the plan of care based on assessment of the patient’s needs.
• Manages own patient assignment by delegating and effectively based on patient needs and skills of team members.
• Develops a comprehensive educational plan for the patient and family, utilizing appropriate resources, and documents according to department standards.
• Recognizes patient/family rights through support of their informed decisions and advanced directives.
• Continually evaluates and revises the care plan according to changes in the patient’s health status.
• Develops a comprehensive discharge plan utilizing appropriate resources and referrals including community resources.
• Supports the development of new staff members and helps facilitate their transition into unit.
• Guides the professional growth of department staff through precepting.
• Participates in professional development by identifying learning needs and seeking appropriate education.
• Participates in departmental committees as needed.

Skills

RN licensure

BLS certification

Department certifications

Experience by level

Job description

The RN role at Tufts Medicine's Lowell General campus provides direct nursing care to patients and their families in accordance with physician orders. The majority of time is spent ensuring accurate assessments, care planning, and delivery within the scope of the nursing practice.

Levels I–IV determine experience requirements; Massachusetts RN licensure and BLS are required, with department-specific certifications as needed.