RN, Oncology (Outpatient), Cancer Center, Day Shift, Full-time

Adventist Health; St. Helena (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health in Saint Helena, CA is seeking an experienced RN to deliver coordinated nursing care in the oncology radiation department, aligning with established standards and nursing processes.

The role supervises nursing staff, coordinates with other disciplines, and uses critical thinking and independent judgment to ensure high-quality patient care.

Candidates should have an RN license in California, oncology experience preferred, BSN preferred, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred
• Oncology nurse experience in radiation department preferred
• RN licensure in state of practice required
• CPR/BLS certification required
• ONC/ONCC-CHIM or CHIM certification required

Responsibilities

• Conducts baseline assessment and nursing history for outpatients receiving radiation therapy, using ONS guidelines.
• Assesses patients for fall risk, allergies, communicates changes to physicians and team.
• Assists physicians with procedures in the radiation therapy department, prepares exam rooms and performs venipuncture.
• Acts as a mediator and resource for transportation, scheduling and pertinent medical issues within the department.

Skills

Nursing care

Critical thinking

Patient assessment

Education

BSN (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

Located in one of the most beautiful regions in the United States, St. Helena Hospital was founded in 1878 and has a rich history of innovative medical care. We are comprised of a 151-bed hospital, emergency department and medical offices with centers of excellence in specialty care, including Adventist Heart and Vascular Institute, Coon Joint Replacement Institute, Martin-O'Neil Cancer Center and Behavioral Health units. In the heart of Napa Valley, St. Helena is a charming place, and the quality of life is unsurpassed with outdoor adventure, rejuvenation at luxurious spas, popular restaurants, as well as perfect weekend getaways to San Francisco or the coast.

Job Summary

Delivers coordinated nursing care for a patient or an assigned group of patients in an oncology department according to established standards of care and the nursing process. Supervises and directs the activities of various levels of assigned nursing staff, and coordinates care with other disciplines while utilizing critical thinking, professional and supervisory discretion, and independent judgment.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN): Preferred
• Oncology nurse experience in a radiation department: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice: Required
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Oncology Nursing Certification (ONC) or Chemotherapy Immunotherapy (CHIM) or ONC/ONCC-CHIM: Required

Essential Functions

• Conducts baseline assessment and nursing history of outpatients receiving radiation therapy including vital signs, pain assessment and medication history. Utilizes Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) guidelines in documentation. Assesses patients for fall risk, allergies and communicates to physicians and team. Conducts weekly assessment of patients for signs and symptoms of side effects from radiation therapy. Prepares charts for initial assessments and follow up visits to radiation therapy department. Communicates pertinent changes to physician.
• Assists physicians with all procedures performed in radiation therapy department including Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS), High Dose Rate (HDR) Brachytherapy, and examinations. Prepares exam room for patient. Takes vital signs and assists physician with procedures. Cleans and maintains instruments used in procedures. Performs blood draws in department; starts intravenous therapy for the administration of intravenous contrast; administers medication in department as ordered by physician. Administers oxygen when necessary.
• Acts as a mediator and resource in the department in regards to transportation, scheduling and pertinent medical issues between the patients and the radiation therapists.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

About Us

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

JOB INFO

Job Identification : 71271

Job Category : RN

Posting Date : 2026-09-09T23:12:13+00:00

Job Schedule : Full time

Job Shift : Day Shift

Locations : Saint Helena, CA, United States

Assignment Category : Full-time regular

Pay Range : The estimated base pay for this position is $61.00 to $90.57. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.

Hiring Department : Cancer Care Services

Shift Length : 9 Hours