RN - Oncology (Nights), Jefferson

IntelliResume; Coal Valley (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (Oncology) to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for oncology patients. This role emphasizes collaboration within a strong care team and continuous quality improvement in a hospital setting.

The ideal candidate will hold PA RN licensure, CPR certification, and possess experience in leadership, patient assessment, and interdisciplinary teamwork to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current PA RN licensure is required.
• Preferred certification in specialty area.
• CPR certification required and active.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and plan nursing care.
• Provide leadership in a professional practice setting.
• Assign or delegate tasks based on patient needs and staff levels.
• Supervise, delegate, and evaluate LPN scope of practice.
• Participate on interdisciplinary teams to evaluate clinical care.
• Promote patient safety initiatives and quality initiatives.
• Utilize the nursing process to implement care plans.
• Document changes and notify appropriate personnel.
• Evaluate patient and family satisfaction.

Skills

Patient assessment

Team leadership

Delegation

Nursing process

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient safety

Education

PA RN license

Job description

About This Role

The Registered Nurse in Oncology is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care for patients. This role is ideal for those who are committed to providing high-quality patient care and fostering a collaborative team environment.

Highlights

• Location: Jefferson Hills, PA
• Facility: Highmark Health
• Schedule: Full-time

What You'll Do

• Assess human responses and plan nursing care for individuals or families.
• Provide leadership in a professional practice setting.
• Assign or delegate tasks based on patient needs and staff skill levels.
• Supervise, delegate, and evaluate assigned LPN scope of practice.
• Participate on interdisciplinary teams to evaluate clinical care.
• Promote patient safety initiatives and participate in quality initiatives.
• Utilize the nursing process to implement patient care plans.
• Analyze health status and determine patient care needs.
• Document changes in patient condition and notify appropriate personnel.
• Continuously evaluate patient and family satisfaction.

Requirements

Education:

• Current State of PA RN licensure or multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) required.

Experience:

• Preferred certification in area of specialty.

Licenses & Certifications:

• Current RN License in Pennsylvania.
• CPR certification required.
• Act 34, Act 33, and Act 73 clearances required.

About Highmark Health

Highmark Health is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They focus on improving health outcomes and enhancing the patient experience through innovative solutions and dedicated professionals.