Registered Nurse - Outpatient Medical Oncology - RN

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• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

Why Choose Mayo Clinic's Outpatient Medical Oncology Team?

Advanced Outpatient Oncology Practice

• Practice as an Outpatient Medical Oncology Registered Nurse providing direct, ongoing care to patients and families throughout their cancer journey
• Partner with providers to assess and manage patient symptoms, respond to oncology-related concerns, and support clinical decision-making
• Build longitudinal relationships with patients, seeing them at frequent intervals across the course of treatment
• Work within a multidisciplinary Care Team model, collaborating closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, social work, and other support services to deliver coordinated, patient centered care

Training, Growth & Support

• Comprehensive oncology-focused orientation and structured onboarding
• Prior oncology experience welcome but not required
• Well-suited for RNs with previous direct patient care experience, as well as experienced RNs new to oncology
• Ongoing mentorship, clinical support, and professional development within a collaborative oncology nursing team

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to adult outpatient medical oncology patients across all phases of treatment
• Assess and manage cancer‐related symptoms and treatment side effects in collaboration with the oncology provider team
• Educate patients and caregivers on treatment plans, medications, symptom management, and supportive care resources
• Coordinate care across multiple disciplines to support continuity, access, and patient experience
• Advocate for patients and families navigating complex care decisions
• Contribute to the continued development and advancement of the Oncology Care Team model

Clinical Focus Areas May Include, but Are Not Limited To:

• Endocrinology, Cancer of Unknown Primary, and Brain
• Gynecologic and Head and Neck
• Thoracic oncology (lung and related malignancies)
• Gastrointestinal oncology

For New Graduate Nurses: Please apply through the Nurse Residency Program posting, which is specifically designed to support new graduate RNs. Visit the Nurse Residency webpage for program details including current and upcoming application windows. Within the Nurse Residency application process, you may indicate work units and specialties of interest. If selected to move forward, you will meet with a Nursing Placement Coordinator who will help you explore Mayo Clinic opportunities that are best aligned with your current and future professional goals. Together, we'll identify a work area that provides an excellent foundation for your nursing career.

The registered nurse (RN) is accountable for the coordination of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care. The RN supports professional nursing practice across practice settings and across the continuum of care to meet the needs of the patient and family. The RN will function within the Mayo Clinic Nursing Professional Practice Model, which includes accountability for planning, implementing, evaluating and communicating all phases of nursing care for assigned patients. The ANA Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice provide a basis for the practice of the RN. The RN provides leadership through activities such as preceptor role, informal and formal leadership roles, and quality improvement efforts. The RN delegates patient care according to skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability and availability of resources. The RN possesses excellent communication skills; is skillful in mentoring and teaching; and may participate on committees or projects. A subset of employees may be required to drive their personal vehicle as a part of the responsibility of their role.
This role is eligible for TN sponsorship. Holders of F1 status eligible for post-completion OPT are welcome to apply. This role is NOT eligible to participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program. Successful sponsorship will require state licensure and completion of the VisaScreen or equivalent certification.

Qualifications

Graduate of a nursing program, as recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA). One year of RN experience required.

All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date of April 1, 2020 and after must provide documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program within five years from the last day of the month of the RN start date.

All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date prior to April 1, 2020 must provide documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program as stipulated by the degree requirement program in place at time of hire.

Additional Qualifications:

• Hematology, Oncology, Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT), or Ambulatory nursing experience preferred
• Self-directed nurse with the ability to work independently while contributing to the development and continued evolution of a multidisciplinary Oncology Care Team model
• Demonstrated leadership skills and interest in helping build and support team based care processes
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to educate, guide, and support patients, families, and colleagues
• Strong critical thinking skills and ability to adapt to unpredictable and complex clinical situations
• Experience working in a collaborative, team based healthcare environment
• Proficient computer skills required; prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred

Internal applicants are required to attach their three most recent performance appraisals.

License and Certification (Must obtain prior to start date):

Current RN license by applicable state requirements.

BLS (Basic Life Support) must be valid for 90 days post start date; acceptable certifications include: American Heart Association (AHA)/ Heartcode BLS, Military Training Network, Red Cross (CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers).

Additional state licensure(s) and/or specialty certification/training as required by the work area.

Exemption Status Nonexempt Compensation Detail The pay for this role is $34.84 - $57.84. Mayo Clinic has an innovative nursing compensation model that rewards experience, education, and dedication to the organization. Combined with our competitive tuition reimbursement program, the compensation approach empowers nurses to grow professionally and maximize their earning potential. Benefits Eligible Yes Schedule Full Time Hours/Pay Period 64-80 Schedule Details Monday-Friday, Days, 8 hour shifts Weekend Schedule No weekends International Assignment No Site Description Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. Equal Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". xxoysbn Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Recruiter Missy Egeland Nursonality Compassionate Caregiver