Registered Nurse - Oncology

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association in the United States is seeking an Oncology Registered Nurse to provide compassionate, evidence-based care to adult cancer patients, delivering chemotherapy, symptom assessment, and patient education.

In collaboration with oncologists and pharmacists, you will monitor patients for side effects, uphold safety and infection prevention, and participate in ongoing quality improvement and learning to improve outcomes.

Qualifications

• Active RN licensure required.
• Strong clinical assessment, monitoring, and patient safety skills.
• Ability to educate patients and families and manage complex care needs.
• Collaborative mindset with excellent communication and teamwork.
• Commitment to evidence‑based practice, safety standards, and infection prevention.

Responsibilities

• Administer chemotherapy and related treatments according to prescribed plans.
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and ongoing monitoring for side effects and complications.
• Implement safety, infection control, and clinical protocols to ensure high-quality care.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, symptom management, and available resources.
• Collaborate with oncologists, pharmacists, and an interdisciplinary team to coordinate care.
• Use advanced clinical technology and document care accurately.
• Support quality improvement efforts and continuous learning.

Skills

RN licensure

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Teamwork

Infection prevention

Job description

Oncology Registered Nurse provides compassionate, evidence-based care to adult cancer patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer chemotherapy and related treatments according to prescribed plans.
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and ongoing monitoring for side effects and complications.
• Implement safety, infection control, and clinical protocols to ensure high-quality care.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, symptom management, and available resources.
• Collaborate with oncologists, pharmacists, and an interdisciplinary team to coordinate care.
• Use advanced clinical technology and document care accurately.
• Support quality improvement efforts and continuous learning.

Qualifications & Skills

• Active RN licensure.
• Strong clinical assessment, monitoring, and patient safety skills.
• Ability to provide clear patient/family education and manage complex care needs.
• Collaborative mindset with excellent communication and teamwork.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice, safety standards, and infection prevention.