Registered Nurse - Oncology CWR - RNONCO24-15871

On-Call Requirement: None

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Oncology for an inpatient acute care setting. The role involves managing patient care for adults, particularly focusing on leukemia and lymphoma patients. This is an excellent opportunity to provide patient-centered care in a collaborative, evidence-based environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Assessment and Care Planning: Evaluate and assist in managing patient care needs through comprehensive assessment, planning, and individualized care plans.
• Therapeutic Interventions: Perform therapeutic nursing interventions based on the patient’s specific needs and medical diagnosis.
• Documentation and Standards Compliance: Document care according to standards of practice, patient acuity, and clinical priorities.
• Evidence-Based Practices: Advocate for and support evidence-based practice standards, incorporating the latest innovations in oncology care.
• Patient-Centric Care: Provide compassionate, patient-centered care consistent with professional nursing practices.
• Additional Duties: Carry out other responsibilities and tasks as assigned.

Skills and Experience Requirements:

• Required Experience: Minimum of 2 years of recent experience in acute adult oncology, specifically in an inpatient setting focused on leukemia and lymphoma care.

Educational Requirements:

• Required Education: Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ASN).
• Preferred Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN).

Licensure and Certifications:

• Required:
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certification
• NJ State Professional Registered Nurse license or multi-state compact license
• Preferred:
• Telemetry Certification
• Chemotherapy Certification through the Oncology Nursing Society (ONS)

Language Requirements:

• English: Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing.