Telehealth Nurse

Remote Oncology/Hematology Registered Nurse – Telephonic Triage Pay Rate: $39/hour Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM Central Time Work Arrangement: Remote/WFH Onsite Location: The Woodlands, TX — required training and occasional in-person meetings Positions Available: 1

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Remote Oncology/Hematology Registered Nurse to provide telephonic triage, patient support, care coordination, and education throughout the cancer care continuum. The RN will assess patient needs, identify high-risk conditions, coordinate with multidisciplinary care teams, provide symptom-management guidance, and ensure timely access to appropriate care and resources. This position requires strong oncology knowledge, clinical judgment, communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a consistent point of contact for patients and caregivers throughout the cancer care continuum.
• Conduct telephonic assessments and determine the appropriate level of care.
• Provide education regarding symptoms, medication side effects, treatment plans, and self-management.
• Coordinate care with physicians, nurses, and other members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Identify clinical, financial, logistical, and psychosocial barriers to care and connect patients with appropriate resources.
• Facilitate outpatient and/or telehealth visits when symptoms can be appropriately managed in those settings.
• Recognize changes in patient condition and appropriately escalat[e] concerns.
• Accurately document assessments, interventions, communications, and care coordination activities in the EHR.
• Utilize multiple technology, communication, and reporting platforms to support efficient remote patient care.
• Maintain compliance with applicable nursing standards, organizational policies, and state scope-of-practice requirements.
• Participate in quality initiatives and ongoing professional development.
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered support while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Required Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas or another compact/multistate state.
• Minimum 3 years of clinical nursing experience.
• At least 2 recent years of dedicated oncology experience, specifically in a Heme/Onc clinic, outpatient oncology practice, or hospital oncology unit.
• Strong oncology assessment, symptom-management, and clinical triage skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with electronic health records and telecommunication technology.
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage time in a remote environment.
• Strong organization and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to work Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM Central Time.
• Must reside within the Greater Houston area and be able to travel to The Woodlands, TX for required onsite training and meetings.
• Reliable internet connection and a private, HIPAA-compliant workspace at home.
• OCN certification or willingness to obtain certification within one year.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Previous experience with telephonic triage.
• Previous remote nursing or telehealth experience.
• Experience coordinating care for oncology/hematology patients.
• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification.

Required Skills

• Clinical assessment and critical thinking
• Oncology symptom management
• Patient prioritization and telephonic triage
• Patient education
• Care coordination
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Accurate EMR/EHR documentation
• Time management and organization
• Independent remote work
• Microsoft Office proficiency
• EMR system proficiency
• Ability to manage multiple priorities

Compensation & Assignment Perks

• $39/hour
• Fully remote work-from-home position
• Company-provided equipment
• In-person and ongoing virtual training and support
• Potential opportunity to transition to a full-time position with McKesson
• Potential access to full-time employee benefits upon conversion
• Once full-time, applicable CEUs and relevant certifications may be covered by McKesson

Important Requirement

This position requires candidates to have recent dedicated oncology experience and an active compact/multistate RN license. Candidates must also be located within the Greater Houston area and able to attend required onsite training and meetings in The Woodlands, Texas.