Registered Nurse / RN Radiation Therapy

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Comprehensive health benefits

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Topeka, Kansas, is seeking a full-time Radiation Therapy Registered Nurse to deliver safe patient care. Responsibilities include assessing patient needs, goal setting, and care delivery optimization. Required qualifications include an Associate's degree in nursing, Kansas RN Licensure, and BLS certification within 14 days. Preferred qualifications entail recent experience in a similar healthcare setting and familiarity with Microsoft Office. This role supports a patient-first environment with a focus on innovation and community care.

Qualifications

• Current Kansas RN Licensure required.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days.
• Oncology certification required for post-surgery patients.
• At least one year of experience preferred.
• Oncology certification post-surgery is required.
• All required certifications must be completed within the first year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate safe patient care delivery.
• Assess patient/family needs and develop goals.
• Adhere to the Kansas Nurse Practice Act.
• The RN adheres to the Kansas Nurse Practice Act.

Skills

Patient care coordination

Assessment and evaluation

Delegation

Experience in healthcare

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate's degree in nursing

Bachelor's degree in nursing (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Join o ur team as a day shift, full-time, Radiation Therapy Registered Nurse in Topeka, Kansas.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• 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 revises 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).