Registered Nurse (RN) Cancer Ctr - Office Practice

RWJBarnabas Health

Livingston (NJ)

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USD 66.000 - 105.000

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6 giorni fa

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Descrizione del lavoro

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an Outpatient Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) to join the Cancer Center - Office Practice. The role requires bedside assessment, therapy coordination, and education for patients navigating cancer care in an outpatient setting.

You will partner with physicians and a multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based nursing care, support chemotherapy administration, and coordinate care plans for adults and geriatrics in a day shift, Monday–Friday schedule.

Competenze

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with NJ RN license.
BSN preferred; Oncology nursing experience is preferred.
BLS certification required; IV and chemotherapy certification within 6 months.

Mansioni

Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and reassessments to evaluate patient conditions and treatment needs.
Manage assigned caseload of oncology patients with coordinated care plans.
Develop and monitor individualized care plans aligned with treatment goals and outcomes.
Administer prescribed injections and perform port flushes per protocols.
Support chemotherapy administration with verification, monitoring, and safety adherence.
Provide central line care and manage related complications.
Recognize emergencies and respond to changes in patient condition.
Review labs, document results, and communicate concerns to physicians.
Educate patients and families about treatments, medications, side effects, and home care.

Conoscenze

Nursing assessment

Chemotherapy support

Vascular access management

Patient education

Critical thinking

Communication

Formazione

RN license (New Jersey)

BSN preferred

Strumenti

IV certification

Chemotherapy certification

Descrizione del lavoro

Registered Nurse (RN) Cancer Ctr - Office Practice

Req #: 48935

Category: Nurses

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center

Department: Cancer Ctr - Office Practice

Pay Range: $47.85 - $76.27 per hour

Location: 94 Old Short Hills Road, Livingston, NJ 07039

Job Title: RN Staff

Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr

Department Name: Cancer Ctr - Office Practice

Req #: 0000244554

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $47.85 - $76.27 per hour

At RWJBarnabas Health, our Oncology Registered Nurses play an essential role in providing compassionate, specialized care to patients and families navigating cancer diagnoses and treatment. As a Registered Nurse supporting Outpatient Oncology Services, you'll combine clinical nursing expertise, patient education, and care coordination to support individuals throughout their cancer care journey. From performing comprehensive assessments and supporting chemotherapy treatments to managing symptoms and coordinating individualized care plans, you'll help patients navigate complex healthcare needs with confidence and compassion. Working closely with oncology physicians and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals, you'll contribute to a supportive outpatient environment focused on clinical excellence, continuity of care, and positive patient outcomes.

As an Outpatient Oncology Registered Nurse (RN), a typical day may include:

Performing comprehensive nursing assessments and reassessments to evaluate patient conditions, treatment needs, and responses to care
Managing an assigned caseload of oncology patients while coordinating individualized nursing care in collaboration with treating physicians
Developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating patient care plans that address clinical needs, treatment goals, and expected outcomes
Administering prescribed injections and performing port flushes in accordance with established clinical protocols and organizational policies
Supporting chemotherapy administration through appropriate verification procedures, clinical monitoring, and adherence to established safety standards
Providing central line care and recognizing potential complications, including medication extravasation and treatment‑related adverse reactions
Recognizing hematologic and oncologic emergencies and responding appropriately to changes in patient condition
Reviewing laboratory results, documenting pertinent findings, and communicating abnormal results or clinical concerns to the treating physician
Educating patients and families about oncology treatments, medications, potential side effects, symptom management, home care needs, and preventive measures
Supporting patients and families through the emotional challenges of cancer treatment while coordinating referrals to psychosocial and supportive care services
Collaborating with physicians, nurses, community agencies, and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to coordinate treatment plans, office visits, and continuity of care
Participating in clinical research protocols, ongoing education, and quality improvement initiatives while maintaining accurate documentation and patient confidentiality

This role might be for you if:

Providing compassionate, specialized nursing care to patients navigating cancer diagnoses and treatment is a meaningful part of your professional interests
Previous oncology nursing experience has prepared you to support patients with complex clinical needs and individualized treatment plans
Strong nursing assessment and critical thinking skills allow you to recognize changes in patient condition and respond appropriately
Supporting chemotherapy treatments, managing vascular access devices, and monitoring for treatment‑related complications are areas of clinical confidence
Patient and family education is an important part of your nursing practice, particularly when explaining treatments, medications, symptom management, and home care needs
Building meaningful relationships with patients and families while providing emotional support throughout the cancer care journey is a responsibility you value
Collaboration with oncology physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals is one of your strengths
A strong understanding of acute and chronic pain management, nutritional needs, and supportive oncology care informs your approach to individualized nursing interventions
Organization, adaptability, and effective time management help you manage patient caseloads, clinical priorities, and physician schedules
Accurate documentation, patient confidentiality, and adherence to established clinical protocols are essential professional values
A commitment to continuing education, evidence-based nursing practice, and quality improvement supports your professional growth
Compassion, professionalism, and clear communication guide your interactions with patients, families, and colleagues

To be considered for this Outpatient Oncology Registered Nurse opportunity, you must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and possess a current New Jersey Registered Nurse (RN) license. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is preferred. Previous oncology nursing experience and BLS certification are required. IV certification and chemotherapy certification must be obtained within the first six months of employment. Previous office-based nursing practice experience is preferred, and successful completion of all required organizational orientation programs is necessary. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong oncology nursing assessment, chemotherapy support, vascular access management, symptom management, patient education, and care coordination skills. Candidates should possess knowledge of hematologic and oncologic emergencies, medication safety, laboratory result interpretation, acute and chronic pain management, and individualized care planning for adult and geriatric patients. Strong communication, critical thinking, organizational, and interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to collaborate effectively with physicians and multidisciplinary healthcare teams while managing an assigned patient caseload. A commitment to patient advocacy, confidentiality, professional development, and compassionate, patient‑centered care is expected. This is a full‑time, day shift opportunity supporting Outpatient Oncology Services at RWJBarnabas Health, working Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.