Registered Nurse (RN)- Oncology

Atrium Health; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k with employer match

Paid time off and sick leave

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Atrium Health Navicent's 36-bed oncology medical/surgical unit is seeking a skilled registered nurse (RN) to join our multidisciplinary team. This role focuses on providing compassionate cancer care and coordinating treatments for adult patients in a fast-paced environment.

The Oncology RN will administer chemotherapy and other treatments, monitor patient progress, educate families, and collaborate with oncologists and advanced practitioners to ensure individualized care plans.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the state of Georgia.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and patient advocacy skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Compassionate, empathetic, and patient-centered approach to care.

Responsibilities

• Administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and other oncology treatments as prescribed by the oncologist.
• Monitor patient conditions, including vital signs, lab results, and side effects of treatments.
• Assess and document patient symptoms, responses to treatment, and overall health status.
• Provide education and emotional support to patients and families regarding cancer treatment plans, side effects, and care at home.
• Collaborate with oncologists, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Ensure safe administration of medications and treatments, following protocols and safety guidelines.
• Assist with procedures such as port access, blood draws, and IV insertion.
• Advocate for patient needs and provide a high level of compassionate care.
• Participate in patient care conferences and interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Stay current with oncology nursing best practices, protocols, and continuing education.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patient advocacy

Empathy

Education

Georgia RN License

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) | 9M - Oncology Med/Surg | Nights

Department

34414 Navicent Health Medical Center - Nursing: Medical/Surgical IU 9 Main

Status

Full time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

36

Schedule Details/Additional Information

• 3-12hr shifts per week
• Days- 7a-7p
• Rotating Weekends and Holidays

Pay Range

$38.20 - $57.30

9 Main - Cancer Life Center & Surgical Services

36 Bed Adult, Medical-Surgical Oncology Unit

At Atrium Health Navicent, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care to our community. Our 36 bed Oncology Department is committed to offering comprehensive cancer treatment and compassionate support to patients at every stage of their journey. We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our multidisciplinary team in delivering high-quality care to patients battling cancer.

Position Overview

As an Oncology RN, you will provide direct patient care, administer chemotherapy and other treatments, monitor patient progress, educate patients and families, and collaborate with the oncology care team. You will play a key role in ensuring that our patients receive personalized, compassionate care in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and other oncology treatments as prescribed by the oncologist.
• Monitor patient conditions, including vital signs, lab results, and side effects of treatments.
• Assess and document patient symptoms, responses to treatment, and overall health status.
• Provide education and emotional support to patients and families regarding cancer treatment plans, side effects, and care at home.
• Collaborate with oncologists, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Ensure safe administration of medications and treatments, following protocols and safety guidelines.
• Assist with procedures such as port access, blood draws, and IV insertion.
• Advocate for patient needs and provide a high level of compassionate care.
• Participate in patient care conferences and interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Stay current with oncology nursing best practices, protocols, and continuing education.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the state of Georgia.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and patient advocacy skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Compassionate, empathetic, and patient-centered approach to care.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan (401k) with employer match.
• Paid time off (PTO) and sick leave.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive work environment with a strong commitment to work-life balance.
• Employee wellness programs.

Our Commitment To You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits And More

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.