Registered Nurse - Ambulatory Med Oncology- Per Diem

Northwell Health; Woodbury (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Ambulatory Med Oncology unit on a per diem basis. This role involves providing age-specific care, collaborating with healthcare teams, and implementing treatment plans. Candidates must be graduates from an accredited nursing school, possess a current RN license in New York, and have preferred skills in IV/infusion and chemotherapy.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse license in New York State required.
• Enrolled in an accredited BSN program if degree not yet obtained, with a goal to complete within five years.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient interviews, assess health status, and adjust care plans as needed.
• Administer treatments and medications safely, monitor patient responses, and provide emotional support.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team and assist with procedures and diagnostics.

Skills

IV/infusion expertise

Chemotherapy experience

Education

Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred

Job description

Registered Nurse - Ambulatory Med Oncology- Per Diem

Join Northwell Health as a Registered Nurse - Ambulatory Med Oncology - Per Diem.

This position offers a salary range of $68,000.00 to $115,000.00 per year. Your actual pay will depend on your skills and experience; please discuss this with your recruiter.

Job Description

Performs age-specific care for patients based on the nursing process: assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Collaborates with physicians and healthcare team members to coordinate and implement treatments. Uses leadership skills and clinical judgment to coordinate patient care and delegate activities within the team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient interviews, review charts, assess health status, and explain policies. Adjust care plans as needed and document patient health and care plans.
• Assess psychosocial health, understand patient perceptions and coping mechanisms, and communicate care plans and support resources.
• Develop and implement patient outcomes and goals, coordinate care activities, and document all care provided.
• Administer treatments and medications safely, monitor patient responses, and provide emotional support. Participate in discharge planning and patient education.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team, interpret and implement treatment plans, and assist with procedures and diagnostics.
• Perform skin care procedures, manage medications, and ensure safety and compliance with protocols.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred; enrolled in an accredited BSN program if not yet obtained, with a goal to complete within five years.
• Current Registered Nurse license in New York State.
• Preferred skills include IV/infusion expertise and chemotherapy experience.

Additional Information

This is a contract position within the Hospitals and Healthcare industry. Referrals can increase your chances of interviewing. The role is not applicable for seniority level designation.