Registered Nurse - Clinical Oncology, Cancer Institute

St. Luke's Health System · United States

General Information Department Clinical Oncology Meridian Position Type Full-Time Shift Day Job ID 157573 City Meridian State ID Category Nursing - Experienced Description & Requirements Our patients come from all walks of life and so do we! We foster an environment that embraces our employees' unique strengths, experiences and perspectives which drive our exceptional patient-centered care. We strive to build a positive, supportive, and inclusive culture to deliver exceptional patient experiences and create a strong work environment. Our St. Luke's Cancer Institute (SLCI) clinics are dynamic, full-service outpatient hematology/oncology treatment centers offering chemo/bio/and radiation therapies. Patients and their families have trusted St. Luke's Cancer Institute for more than 50 years for advanced, compassionate care for cancer blood disorders. Today we are a network of five cancer centers dedicated to state-of-the-art treatment close to home; patient-centered care and support; cutting-edge research; and community prevention, education, and early detection initiatives. St. Luke's holds a Commission on Cancer (CoC) cancer program accreditation - this is a quality program of the American College of Surgeons which demonstrates a cancer program's commitment to providing high-quality, multidisciplinary, patient-centered cancer care. What You Can Expect: Full-time (0.9 FTE): day shift - no nights or weekends! Schedule: 4 days a week x 9-hour shifts Magnet designated Sign-on bonus eligible for new hires! Certification pay available (ex. OCN) Float between primary nursing and triage areas Provide coverage as a primary RN for the Medical Oncologists Evaluate patients and assist the physician with patient care, chemotherapy management, procedures, and care coordination Collaborate and work closely with an interdisciplinary team of providers, navigators, pharmacists, patient financial advocates, and other disciplines in order to provide excellent patient care Provide education and emotional support to patients and families regarding cancer treatments and management Assist with patient assessments, including vital signs and lab results, to develop and implement care plans Utilize strong critical thinking and assessment skills taking triage calls to evaluate patients of all ages receiving treatment Promote a positive patient experience with compassion and kindness while integrating technical skills, scientific knowledge, and a caring attitude both in the clinic and through the triage process to aid those living with cancer and their families Qualifications: Education: Nursing Degree Experience: One (1) + years' RN experience Licenses/Certifications: Current RN licensure from the State of Practice AND Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Certified through American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Health & Safety Institute Preferred: OCN certification and/or Oncology experience What's In It For You At St. Luke's, caring for people in the communities we serve is our mission - and this includes our own SLHS team. We offer a robust benefits package to support our teams both professionally and personally. In addition to a competitive salary and retirement plans, we ensure our team feels supported in their benefits beyond the typical medical, dental, and vision offerings. We care about you and have fantastic financial and physical wellness options, such as: on-site massages, on-site counseling via our Employee Assistance Program, access to the Personify Health Wellness tool, as well as other formal training and career development offerings to ensure you are meeting your career goals. St. Luke's is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by law. *Please note: this posting is not reflective of all job duties and responsibilities and is intended to provide an overview to job seekers.