RN - Oncology

Oncology Nurse Opportunity

Are you passionate about caring for oncology patients and making a lasting impact? Join our 36-bed Oncology Unit, where you'll make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families facing cancer; delivering exceptional care, building trusting relationships, and supporting patients throughout their journey.

More About This Opportunity:

• Full time, 0.9 FTE, Night Shift position (12 hour shifts)
• The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $50.78 – $79.78
• Additional Night Shift differential- $9.50/hour

Why Join Us?

• CMS 4-Star Rated healthcare organization
• Leapfrog "A" Safety Grade for patient safety excellence
• Competitive shift differentials and dedicated Meal & Break Nurse support
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement, and PTO benefits
• PTO accumulation starts day 1 with no waiting period
• Strong professional practice and career development support
• A highly collaborative and supportive nursing team
• 4% additional pay for BSN-prepared nurses

What You Bring!

Education:

Degree from an accredited School of Nursing Required (BSN preferred)

Experience:

Minimum one year RN experience required in acute care Oncology or a new graduate training/new to specialty fellowship training program.

Credentials:

• Required: State of Oregon nursing license
• Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support

Skills:

• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient's needs (Required)
• See community specific document for each Unit/Department required credentials (Required)
• Demonstrated ability to promote positive interpersonal relationships and patient/family centered work environment (Required)
• Able to support and interpret medical center philosophy, policy and procedures (Required)
• Basic computer skills (Required)

Department / Location Specific Notes:

Infusion Services Oncology - Infusion, SJMC Infusion Center, OP Infusion, OP Oncology, Infusion Center & Oncology:

• Chemotherapy & Biotherapy Provider (CBP) through ONS required within 6 months.

In This Role, You Will:

Deliver and evaluate individualized patient care. Accurately document care in the electronic health record. Coordinate and delegate care across the clinical team. Maintain clinical excellence through ongoing learning and development. Support quality, safety, infection prevention, and regulatory standards. Contribute to departmental goals, initiatives, and process improvements.

Working Conditions:

Lifting

• Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
• Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
• Push/Pull: Frequently up to 45 lbs. force (i.e., WOW, medical carts).
• Perform hands on CPR at least 20 mins using 100-125 lbs. of force (National Assoc. of EMS Physicians and AHA) Frequency should be seldom or occasionally.
• Ability to move around area with frequent sitting.
• Bending/ stooping/ squatting/ reaching/ kneeling frequently.
• Lifting (non-patient) up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.

Mental/Visual

• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.