Registered Nurse / RN Chemo

Ardent Health Services; Topeka, Northern (KS, KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services in Topeka, Kansas is seeking a day shift, full-time Registered Nurse for the Cancer Center & Medical Oncology to join our team. You will coordinate safe patient care, assess needs, and participate in plan-of-care development for diverse oncology patients.

Required ADN, Kansas RN license, BLS within 14 days, ACLS for Tele/ICU/PCU, oncology certification post-surgery, and commitment to completing certifications within the first year. BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in nursing (required)
• Current Kansas RN Licensure (required)
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire/transfer
• Tele/ICU/PCU requires ACLS
• Post-surgery requires oncology certification
• All certifications within first year of employment

Responsibilities

• Coordinate safe patient care delivery for diverse oncology patient populations.
• Assess patient/family needs, develop and prioritize goals, and evaluate care.
• Delegate care appropriately to optimize patient outcomes.
• Adhere to Kansas Nurse Practice Act.

Skills

RN

BLS

ACLS

Oncology care

ICU/PCU experience

Education

Associate's degree in nursing

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Chemotherapy Cancer Center & Medical Oncology Registered Nurse in Topeka, Kansas.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, a part of a rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, now offers 378 licensed beds, a history of innovation, and strong community support.

Responsibilities

• The Registered Nurse functions under the direction of the Nurse Director/Manager and is responsible for coordination of safe patient care delivery for specified and diverse patient populations.
• The RN assesses patient/family needs, develops and prioritizes patient goals, evaluates care delivery, and continually revised the plan of care to meet the biological, emotional, psychosocial, spiritual, developmental, and educational needs of the patient/family.
• The RN Delegates care as appropriate to optimize patient outcomes.
• The RN adheres to the Kansas Nurse Practice Act

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Associate's degree in nursing

• Current Kansas RN Licensure.

• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care

• Tele, ICU, and PCU require ACLS

• Post-surgery requires oncology certification.

• All required certifications must be completed within the first year of employment

Preferred Job Requirements:

• At least one year of recent experience in a similar healthcare setting.

• Bachelor's degree in nursing

• Familiar with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)