Registered Nurse-Med/Surg Oncology

Holy Cross Health; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 54,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Mental health

Paid time off

403B

Education assistance

Pet insurance

DailyPay

Free parking

Job summary

Holy Cross Health in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a Registered Nurse/Graduate Nurse for our Med/Surg Oncology unit. You will provide direct nursing care, administer chemotherapy if certified, and coordinate comprehensive patient plans in a compassionate, team-based setting.

The role offers a full-time schedule (36 hrs/week), a 12-hour day shift, and opportunities to develop oncology and palliative care skills while supporting patients and families through challenging care experiences.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program; BSN recommended.
• Current RN licensure in Maryland or Compact state.
• BLS certification through American Heart Association.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Competency with electronic patient management systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to oncology, med/surg, and hospice patients.
• Administer medications, including chemotherapy (if certified), and monitor for side effects.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care plans.
• Offer emotional support and education to patients and families.
• Participate in discharge planning, pain management, and palliative care coordination.
• Document patient progress and communicate effectively with care team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

BSN preferred

MSN preferred

Maryland RN license or Compact State

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:12 Hour Day ShiftDescription:

Job Title: Registered Nurse/Graduate Nurse–Med/Surg Oncology

Employment Type: Full Time / 36 hours weekly

Shift: 12 hour Day Shift

Location: Silver Spring, Maryland

Position Purpose

As a Registered Nurse (RN) on our 30-bed Med/Surg Oncology Unit, you’ll be part of a compassionate and dedicated team providing care to patients undergoing cancer treatment, managing cancer-related complications, recovering from surgery, or receiving hospice care. This unit also serves patients with general medical-surgical needs. You’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while guiding patients and families through complex and emotionally sensitive healthcare experiences.

Must be authorized to work in the United States without work visa or sponsorship.

As a Registered Nurse you will

• Provide direct nursing care to oncology, med/surg, and hospice patients.
• Administer medications, including chemotherapy (if certified), and monitor for side effects.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care plans.
• Offer emotional support and education to patients and families.
• Participate in discharge planning, pain management, and palliative care coordination.
• Document patient progress and communicate effectively with care team.

Position Highlights

• Work in a diverse unit caring for oncology, medical-surgical, and hospice patients.
• Opportunity to develop oncology and palliative care skills.
• Join a compassionate, collaborative team committed to holistic patient care.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program; basic professional nursing degree required (BSN preferred). Note, if the BSN or MSN degree is not present on hire, the employee must sign an agreement to obtain a within a specific time frame.
• Current licensure by the Maryland State Board of Nursing or Compact State as a Registered Nurse.
• BLS certification (issued through the American Heart Association).
• Superb interpersonal, communication and collaboration abilities.
• Competency in electronic patient management systems.

Preferred:

• BSN or MSN preferred
• At least 1 year of nursing experience in an acute care setting. Willing to train new Graduate Nurses.

Highlights and Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit packages available, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, education assistance and voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity and others) available from first day of employment.
• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.
• Free parking.
• DailyPay Program (Get paid for hours worked)
• Our mission and core values are what drives each member of Holy Cross Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.

Pay Range$38.92 - $55.68

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

About us:

Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system that serves the two most populous counties in Maryland, Montgomery and Prince George’s, with a commitment to being the most trusted provider of health-care services in the area. Founded in 1963 by the Sisters of the Holy Cross, Holy Cross Health is a member of Trinity Health of Livonia, Michigan. Holy Cross Hospital, in Silver Spring, is one of the largest hospitals in Maryland, and Holy Cross Germantown Hospital is the first hospital in the nation built on a community college campus, enhanced by an educational partnership. The Holy Cross Health Network operates primary-care practices and affordable health centers, and offers a wide range of innovative, community-based health and wellness programs. Specialty care, home care and hospice services round out Holy Cross Health’s high-quality and coordinated continuum of care that aims to improve health and let you live life on your own terms.

Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard toMinority/Females/disabled/Veteran(M/F/D/V) status.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.