Registered Nurse (RN), Outpatient Oncology Float Pool

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist; Winston-Salem (NC); Hybrid; USD 48,904 - 73,357; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid Time Off

Educational Assistance Program

Job summary

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is looking for an experienced oncology nurse for the Ambulatory Oncology Float Pool. This role involves providing care across various clinics, ensuring patient safety, and utilizing the nursing process for optimal patient outcomes.

Applicants should have at least two years of oncology experience. The position offers a pay range from $35.50 to $53.25 per hour, with 32 hours of work per week. Additional benefits include health and retirement programs.

Qualifications

• Active registered nurse (RN) multi‑state compact and/or single‑state license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Engage in unit councils and quality initiatives.
• Utilize the nursing process to assess and evaluate care.
• Monitor patient conditions and collaborate with care teams.
• Administer medications and treatments according to protocols.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication skills

Time management

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

EHR documentation systems

Job description

Department

09127 WFBMG University Group Practice - WFBMG Ambulatory Operations

Status

Full time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

32

Schedule Details / Additional Information

For this position, we are particularly seeking an experienced oncology nurse to work 32h per week.

Pay Range

$35.50 - $53.25

The Ambulatory Oncology Float Pool provides staffing support for ambulatory hematology/oncology clinics across the entire Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist region. These clinics provide the full spectrum of cancer care to our patients. Applicants should have a minimum of two years’ direct oncology patient care experience. For this position, we are particularly seeking an experienced oncology nurse to work 32h per week – OCN certification preferred. Some clinical areas will also require ACLS. In addition to base pay, a float pool premium is applicable.

Major Responsibilities

• Engages in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
• Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families through the continuum of care.
• Monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence care outcomes.
• Upholds and promotes a culture of safety.
• Continuously evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action as needed.
• May administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures.
• Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution, fostering team collaboration and appropriate delegation.
• Pursues professional development, completes required education, and maintains certifications.
• Adheres to the ANA Code of Ethics and practices ethical decision-making, respects interdisciplinary roles, and contributes to integrated, unbiased patient care.
• Appropriate delegation to other Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel (nurse aides, credentialed medical assistants, etc.).
• Maintains accurate, timely EHR documentation.
• May be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient care needs.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age‑specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program.

Certification / Registration / License

• Basic Life Support (BLS). Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.
• Active registered nurse (RN) multi‑state compact and/or single‑state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where the RN is providing client nursing services.

Note

Licensed nurses practicing via telehealth/telenursing/virtual modalities are required to be licensed or hold the privilege to practice in the state(s) where the client(s) is/are located. Licensed nurses are responsible and accountable for knowing, understanding, and practicing in compliance with the laws, rules, regulations, and standards of practice of the state(s) where the client(s) is/are located.

Experience

• Typically requires 2 years of experience in clinical nursing.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking.
• Time management, prioritization and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in operating computer functions (e.g., E‑mail, electronic records, digital platforms etc.) clinical, aviation, maintenance, communications, and administrative departments.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
• Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions.
• Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
• Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de‑escalation, if needed.
• May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.
• Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.
• Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
• Additional department specific physical requirements may be identified for unique responsibilities within the department by the nurse leader.

Preferred Job Requirements

Education

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Our Commitment to You

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Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the pay range based on 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.