RN - Oncology Chemotherapy Nurse

RN - Oncology Chemotherapy Nurse

Sims, NC $72,007 - $90,009 a year

Full Time

Overview

Join a compassionate healthcare team as a Registered Nurse specializing in chemotherapy care within a cancer center setting. This full-time day position offers the opportunity to provide expert nursing care tailored to patients undergoing oncology treatments in a vibrant regional healthcare environment in the Southeastern United States.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify care needs and develop individualized care plans.
• Organize, implement, and evaluate nursing care to ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Serve as charge nurse when assigned, overseeing nursing activities and supporting team coordination.
• Administer medications as prescribed by physicians, monitoring for adverse reactions and effectiveness.
• Recognize and respond promptly to life-threatening situations.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient care records.
• Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.
• Participate actively in cost containment efforts and accurate patient service charging.
• Adapt care approaches to meet the physiological, psychosocial, developmental, and spiritual needs of patients across age groups.
• Support patients' cultural and spiritual beliefs within the scope of medical treatment.

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.

Experience

• No prior experience required; new graduates encouraged to apply.

Licenses and Certifications

• Current Registered Nurse licensure in a Compact state or the Southeastern U.S. region.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Effective organizational and leadership capabilities.
• Knowledge of age-specific physiological and psychosocial patient needs.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively through speech and hearing.
• Visual acuity sufficient for patient observation.
• Physical stamina for standing, walking, bending, and lifting.
• Potential exposure to blood and other infectious materials.

MLee Healthcare Staffing and Recruiting, Inc