Registered Nurse (RN) Oncology

Registered Nurse (RN) - Oncology

Maria Parham Health is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Registered Nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

The Cancer Center at MPMC is affiliated with Duke University Health System and offers medical and radiation oncology. Our Cancer Center is widely recognized for cutting-edge technology and superior clinicians.

The registered nurse provides direct patient care to Oncology patients using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.

Report to: Director of Oncology

How You'll Contribute:

• Performs critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Deliver compassionate, high-quality care across a variety of patient needs
• Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.
• Ability to accept responsibility and accountability to prescribe, delegate and coordinate nursing care provided on assigned unit as required with leadership qualities.
• Documents patient care and monitors patient condition, communicating with care team, physician, patient, and family.
• Detects change in patient status, reports to appropriate health care team members and utilizes resources as dictated by the acuity. Assigns priorities to the patient's problems with highest priority given to problems that are most urgent and critical.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation
• Collaborates as needed across disciplines to coordinate patient transfer, discharge, referral and spiritual/psychosocial support needs.
• Evaluates learning needs of patient and/or family and provides patient/family education appropriate to age, culture, condition and circumstances.
• Insures completion of requests for diagnostic work and support services.
• Counts narcotics according to policy and procedure.

What We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Competitive paid time off.
• Opportunities for PTO cash-out
• PTO donation program for those in need.
• Employee assistance program that covers mental, physical, and financial wellness
• Robust employee recognition and awards programs.
• FREE Parking!
• These are just a few examples of the many benefits we offer to you

What we're looking for:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of North Carolina (or compact license)
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ASN) from an accredited nursing program; bachelor's degree Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (required)
• ACLS (required)
• Chemotherapy/Biotherapy (required)
• Active North Carolina RN license (single state) or compact required. If relocating, licensure must be updated to the new Primary State of Residence (PSOR) before employment begins

Maria Parham Health is a 98-bed hospital located in Henderson, NC, and a proud member of Lifepoint Healtha leading, diversified healthcare delivery network. With hospitals and care facilities nationwide, Lifepoint is committed to making communities healthier by supporting caregivers and enhancing care quality across the country.

Whether you're just starting your career or looking for your next opportunity, Maria Parham is a place where your experience mattersfrom day one.

Maria Parham Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran