Role Overview:
This position involves providing direct patient care in an outpatient oncology setting, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within established nursing standards. The nurse promotes patient and family-centered care, educates on illness management, and supports safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities include developing, implementing, and documenting individualized care plans, collaborating with the healthcare team, and addressing patients’ physical, psychosocial, emotional, spiritual, and cultural needs. The role requires working in a safety-sensitive environment with a focus on alertness and safety.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Minimum of a Nursing Diploma/Associate’s degree; RN licensure required
- Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and 2+ years of RN experience, especially in oncology
- Experience in supervision is not required
- Strong assessment, communication, and patient education skills
- Ability to work safely and maintain alertness
Key Duties:
- Assess and evaluate patient needs, preferences, and barriers
- Develop, implement, and communicate individualized care plans
- Educate patients and families on care management and post-treatment needs
- Participate in ensuring safety, quality, and compliance standards
- Collaborate effectively with the healthcare team and support a healing environment