Registered Nurse RN Radiation Oncology

Progressive Cancer Care; Marion (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Indiana is seeking an experienced Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) to join their team. The role involves collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to address patient needs, educating patients and families on the radiation therapy process, and conducting nursing assessments. A current Indiana RN License and extensive oncology nursing experience are required. This position offers a challenging yet rewarding opportunity for nursing professionals.

Qualifications

• Current Indiana RN License is required.
• Experience in oncology nursing is critical.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for patient needs.
• Educate patients about radiation therapy processes.
• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments.

Skills

Extensive oncology nursing experience

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing school (BSN preferred)

Oncology Nursing Certification preferred

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) Oncology

Progressive Cancer Care – Marion, Indiana

Job Description:

The Progressive Cancer Care team is actively seeking an experienced Oncology Registered Nurse. This individual must be able to work independently and problem solve. The Oncology Registered Nurse will be responsible for the following:

• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to meet the needs of the radiation patient including but not limited to medical oncology, radiation oncology, radiation therapy staff, social work, nutrition, and other health disciplines as needed.
• Assess, educates, and guides patients with a cancer diagnosis through the radiation experience.
• Educates patients/families/significant others about the radiation therapy process, procedures and simulation experience, various treatment modalities, potential side effects and management of those side effects.
• Conducts nursing assessment of patients for physical, psychosocial, and learning needs.
• Provides orientation to the department and treatment routine.
• Evaluates psychosocial needs and assists with coping and adjusting to their experience.
• Assists physicians during consultation, weekly status check, and follow-up visits.
• Provides direct nursing care as prescribed by the physician.

Education Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school (BSN preferred)
• Oncology Nursing Certification preferred

Minimum Requirements:

• Current Indiana RN License

Critical Success Factors:

• Extensive oncology nursing experience
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team