Registered Nurse - Oncology Clinic Support Nurse

IU Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

401(K) retirement savings with company

Employer paid medical leave

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program

Job summary

IU Health is seeking an Oncology Nurse with at least one year of RN experience for an on-site role at University Hospital in Indianapolis. This is a day shift position, Monday through Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm, 1.0 FTE, with no weekends or holidays.

The nurse will coordinate patient care across the treatment continuum, develop personalized care plans with the multidisciplinary team, advocate for patients, educate families, ensure timely tests and treatments, and maintain accurate documentation to

Qualifications

• ASN required; BSN preferred.
• Active RN license in Indiana or NLC.
• BLS certification required by AHA.
• ACLS/other advanced life support may be required per unit.
• Nursing program must be nationally accredited.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care across the treatment continuum with the healthcare team.
• Partner with patients and physicians to develop individualized care plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers and other professionals for timely tests and treatments.
• Advocate for patient needs and preferences throughout the care process.
• Balance care delivery with financial considerations to promote efficient treatment options.
• Support patient education and ongoing guidance to patients and families.
• Maintain accurate documentation to support quality improvement and compliance.

Skills

Patient advocacy

Care coordination

Team collaboration

Education families

Communication skills

Education

Associate of Nursing (ASN)

Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) preferred

Job description

We are seeking an individual with a minimum of one year of RN experience for this role. This position is referral eligible and relocation incentive eligible.

Location: On-site at University Hospital Shift: Day Shift - Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm 5 - 8 hour shifts 1.0 FTE No weekends - No holidays

Indiana University Health is looking for passionate, experienced nurses to join our team and collaborate with top medical professionals.

At IU Health, you will learn and develop your career in significant ways, advancing healthcare and delivering the highest level of patient care. Being an IU Health nurse means building a professional nursing career designed by a culture that accepts your outstanding strengths and supports your personal and professional goals.

About the Position

The Oncology Nurse manages patient care coordination by developing personalized care plans, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring timely delivery of services. This position acts as a patient advocate, supports treatment adherence, and promotes seamless communication among care providers to optimize patient outcomes. The Nurse plays a vital role in facilitating care continuity, educating patients and families, and ensuring compliance with healthcare policies and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care needs across the treatment continuum through collaboration with healthcare team members.
• Partner with patients and primary physicians to develop individualized care plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other health professionals to ensure timely and appropriate tests and treatments.
• Advocate for the patient's needs and preferences throughout the care process.
• Balance care delivery with financial considerations to promote efficient treatment options.
• Support patient education and provide ongoing guidance and advocacy.
• Maintain accurate documentation of care activities and support quality improvement initiatives.

Unit Successes/Designations/National recognition

• Commission on Cancer Care- COC accreditation
• Magnet Status
• NCI Designated (National Cancer Institute)
• QOPI certified (Quality Oncology Practice Initiatives)
• Outstanding patient experience scores

Unit Culture Highlights

• Fosters an environment for learning and professional development
• Support from team members in the form of precepting and mentoring

Qualifications

• Requires an Associates of Nursing (ASN); Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
• Education: The Registered Nurse (RN) must have graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program.
• Exceptions: Candidates who have not graduated from a nationally accredited program may be considered if they possess more than two years of acute care experience. Such exceptions are subject to review and approval by the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO).
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Other advanced Life Support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.

Why Join IU Health?

As Indiana's largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, and the number 1 ranked healthcare system in Indiana, we offer:

• A supportive and collaborative work environment that is patient centered.
• Competitive benefits.
• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match.
• Employer paid medical leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Student loan forgiveness - IU Health qualifies under the public service loan forgiveness program.
• Employee Assistance Program - Counseling at no cost to you
• Healthy Results - Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck. The more you participate, the more you earn.

Our culture of compassion allows for a holistic delivery of care that is individualized based on our patients' and their families' needs. At IU Health, every team member is a caregiver. This care does not stop with our patients, it also extends to one another and our community through service projects, health initiatives and wellness education.