Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team. This position involves providing high-quality patient care in a progressive care unit specializing in oncology and trauma. The ideal candidate will work closely with a diverse patient population, ensuring a positive patient experience through effective communication and teamwork.

Unit Information

• Unit Type: PCU Oncology (5 North)
• Primary Patient Population: Adult Oncology PCU and Trauma PCU patients
• Number of Beds: 18

Shifts

• 12-hour shifts
• Night shifts: 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM
• Every other weekend required
• Self-scheduling available, balanced to unit needs

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to assigned patients
• Conduct hourly rounding and maintain bedside shift reports
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
• Titrate drips such as insulin and Cardizem as needed
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create personalized care plans

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience required, with oncology experience preferred
• Certifications:
  • BLS (AHA) – Required
  • ACLS – Required
  • ONS/ONCC certification – Preferred
• Charge Nurse Experience: Not required

Patient Care Standards

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to patient care standards, emphasizing respect, teamwork, and compassion for patients from diagnosis through remission, and providing support during end-of-life care.

Equipment

• EMR: Epic
• IV Pumps: Alaris
• Respiratory Equipment: High flow and BiPAP

Support Staff

• Nursing Assistants
• Charge Nurse
• Physical and Occupational Therapists
• RN Case Managers
• Social Workers
• Educators
• Dietitians

Orientation

• Two days of unit orientation provided

Additional Information

Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care departments. Candidates must be willing to adhere to this policy. This role requires a driver’s license to determine eligibility based on travel distance.