Registered Nurse Oncology

PRN Oncology Registered NurseThe PRN Oncology Registered Nurse provides as-needed professional nursing care to oncology patients in a hospital setting. This role delivers direct patient care in accordance with physician orders, nursing standards, and established clinical protocols, including patient assessment, chemotherapy and immunotherapy administration, care planning, clinical interventions, and evaluation of patient outcomes. The PRN Oncology RN supports patient care needs based on variable scheduling, patient volume, and operational demand while upholding the mission, vision, and values of MSRH. Work is performed under the supervision of nursing leadership and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary healthcare team. The PRN role requires flexibility to work variable shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and call-back as needed.ResponsibilitiesProvide direct nursing care to oncology patients in accordance with physician orders and nursing standards.Perform comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized plans of care.Safely administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, blood products, medications, and supportive treatments.Monitor patient response to therapy and recognize changes requiring intervention.Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate patient care.Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, symptom management, and discharge instructions.Respond appropriately to oncologic emergencies and changes in patient condition.Document assessments, interventions, and patient outcomes accurately in the electronic medical record.Comply with all regulatory, safety, infection control, and quality standards.Perform other job-related duties as assigned based on operational needs.QualificationsWorking knowledge of oncology nursing principles, chemotherapy administration, and symptom management.Ability to perform comprehensive nursing assessments and deliver evidence-based oncology care.Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills to recognize and respond to changes in patient condition.Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with physicians, patients, families, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team.Ability to safely administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, blood products, and supportive therapies in accordance with established protocols.Ability to prioritize multiple patient care responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.Ability to document patient care accurately and comply with regulatory, safety, and infection control standards.Demonstrated commitment to supporting the mission, vision, and values of MSRH through compassionate, patient-centered care.Education:BSN requiredCertification/Licensure:RN requiredRequired SkillsMinimum of two (2) years of nursing experience in oncology or an acute care setting is preferred. Experience administering chemotherapy and immunotherapy is preferred. PRN, per diem, contract, or float pool experience is preferred.About UsThe University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has been recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Employers for Company Culture.Job InfoJob Identification 7812Job Category Clinical Programs & ServicesLocations 0001 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, TX, 78229, US (On-site)Organization O2032 - MSRH 5th Flr - Med Oncology, O2030 - MSRH Oncology Services, O2000 - MSRH - Nursing, O1000 - MSRH - Administration, UT Health Science Center, UT Health Science CenterDepartment O2032 - MSRH 5th Flr - Med Oncology