Registered Nurse (RN) - Hematology/Oncology - Outpatient

Registered Nurse (RN) Hematology/Oncology - Outpatient

Setting: Outpatient

Shift: Day shifts

Schedule: 30 and 32 hour roles available

Job Requirements:

• Registration and current RN licensure in the state of MA.
• Current basic life support (BLS) certification.
• Bio/chemo certificate required within 1 month of hire.
• ONS chemotherapy provider card within 60 days of hire, OCN preferred, must obtain within 2 years.
• Minimum 1 year experience, 2 years preferred in hematology/oncology.
• Previous experience in hematology/oncology triage, surgical oncology, transplants, stem cell transplants, or amyloidosis preferred.
• Recent port access, peripheral IV insertion, and clinical assessment skills preferred.
• Additional certifications may be required for certain practice areas.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Utilize nursing process for timely, safe, and patient-centered care.
• Administer injections, triage phone calls, handle prescription refills, and work closely with providers.
• Prioritize calls based on clinical acuity, determine severity, and provide health information.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team, ensuring quality care and patient satisfaction.
• Provide patient teaching, counseling, and document information in electronic health record systems.
• Conduct in-office procedures, patient vitals, medication reconciliation, and health histories.
• Evaluate patient progress and perform Nurse Only visits for specific procedures.
• Other related duties as required.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Basic computer proficiency for data access and interpretation.
• Effective interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Multilingual skills preferred.
• Relevant clinical experience and certification in specific areas.
• Analytical ability for problem-solving and research projects.
• Ability to delegate patient care activities and manage stress.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Physical ability to meet job responsibilities.
• Knowledge of electronic medical record systems.
• Customer service skills and time management.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

This position requires a skilled and experienced nurse dedicated to providing quality care in the hematology/oncology field.