Registered Nurse (RN) - University GYN/Oncology

University Physicians' Association; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid Holidays

Sick Leave

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Knoxville, TN is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) for their GYN/Oncology team at the UT Medical Center Cancer Institute. The ideal candidate will support patients through their cancer journey, coordinate care across various departments, and ensure effective patient education. This full-time role offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k) with company match, and PTO. Join us in providing exceptional patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and detail-oriented with a strong focus on patient care.
• Experience in oncology or a related field is preferred.
• Ability to perform telephone triage effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide telephone triage and communicate effectively with providers.
• Document care accurately in electronic medical records.
• Coordinate care with various departments within the Cancer Institute.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Patient education

Communication with providers

Documentation in electronic medical record

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) License

Job description

Full-Time Monday-Friday 8AM-4:30PM | Knoxville, TN | UT Medical Center Cancer Institute

University Physicians' Association (UPA) is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Registered Nurse (RN) to join our University GYN/Oncology team located within the UT Medical Center Cancer Institute. If you thrive in a fast-paced oncology environment and are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care, we’d love to connect with you.

This is a meaningful opportunity to support patients and families through every step of their cancer journey while working alongside an outstanding multidisciplinary team.

What You’ll Do:

Patient Care & Clinical Support

• Provide telephone triage using strong critical-thinking skills and communicate findings and interventions to providers.
• Partner closely with advanced practice providers and physicians to address patient and family needs.
• Deliver patient education and ensure the clinic is adequately supplied and prepared.

Care Coordination

• Document all care in the electronic medical record accurately and thoroughly.
• Support providers with referrals, orders, and overall coordination of care.
• Perform medication reconciliation, manage refills, and educate patients on oncology medications.
• Communicate with pharmacies and insurance companies, including completing prior authorizations.
• Maintain provider schedules and assist with patient flow.

Cross-Department Collaboration

Coordinate care with various departments within the Cancer Institute, including:

• Chemotherapy Infusion
• Nurse Navigators
• Radiation Oncology
• Palliative Care
• Surgical Oncology
• Clinical Trials

Additional Responsibilities

• Ensure HIPAA compliance in all handling of medical records.
• Review lab results with patients, complete genetic testing, assist with forms, and coordinate home health, hospice, oxygen setup, hospital admissions, and outpatient transfusions.
• Follow all policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Participate in ongoing education and departmental quality-improvement initiatives.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us!

UPA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• PTO, Paid Holidays, & Sick Leave
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
• Critical Illness Coverage
• Life, Accidental, & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• And more!