Registered Nurse - Oncology

Job Description

Job Description

Join a Legacy of Care - Delivering over 50 years of Healing and HopeFor over five decades Cancer Care Northwest has been the Inland Northwest's premier cancer center, providing an integrated approach to the diagnosis, treatment and healing of cancer and blood-related diseases.Our collective passion to fight against cancer is what motivates and inspires us every day and is the reason Cancer Care Northwest has become the Inland Northwest's premier cancer center. We provide comprehensive, innovative, compassionate, integrated care throughout each patient's journey. We are searching for dedicated professionals who share our passion in saving lives. Are you searching for better work-life balance? Join us in our mission to save lives.Cancer Care Northwest/Inner Pacific Alliance for Cancer Care is seeking a Full-time Registered Nurse.Job Summary: The radiation oncology staff nurse is responsible and accountable for the nursing care provided to an assigned caseload of patients treated with radiation therapy in the radiation therapy department. The radiation oncology nurse is responsible for the direct and indirect nursing care of patients in the radiation oncology department. The ability to retrieve, communicate or otherwise present information in a written, auditory or visual fashion is essential. The radiation oncology nurse is responsible for patient education, physical assessment, nutrition counseling and assisting physicians with exams and procedures. Participates in companywide quality initiatives. Supports and adheres to the Cancer Care Northwest Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.Minimum Job Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must meet the minimum qualifications listed below. These qualifications are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to perform the job.Formal Education, Certification/Licensure and Prior Experience: To perform this job successfully, an individual must:be a graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing educationhave current RN state license with the State Board of Nursing in practicing statehave current BCLS certificationhave current ACLS certification (role specific)experience and knowledge of the purpose and use of medications in the treatment of cancermaintain continuing education requirementscurrent or pending Oncology Certification preferredBenefit information and eligibility can be found at Employee Benefits at Cancer Care NorthwestSalary DOE -$37.96-$58.84 per hour