Oncology Registered Nurse

Wellpath

La Grange, Kentucky

JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
La Grange, Kentucky
POSTED
10 days ago
Why Wellpath:

Now is your moment to make a difference in the lives of the underserved.
If there is one unifying characteristic of everyone on our team, it is the deep desire to make a difference by helping society's most vulnerable and often overlooked individuals. Every day we have the distinct honor and responsibility to show up with non-judgmental compassion to provide hope and healing to those who need it most. For those whose calling it is to serve others, now is your moment to join our mission to provide quality care to every patient with compassion, collaboration, and innovation, to live our mantra to “Always Do The Right Thing!”, and to collectively do our part to heal the world, one patient at a time.

About this role:

The Registered Nurse Specialist in Oncology plays a critical role in providing specialized care to patients undergoing cancer treatment by utilizing the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Working under the supervision of Charge Nurses, they deliver education and guidance to patients, ensuring individualized care and support. With advanced training in oncology and related specialties, they bring expertise in managing complex patient needs and promoting positive outcomes throughout treatment.

Additional Details: -Candidate must have chemotherapy/oncology certification. What you bring to the table:

Education

  • Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.

Experience

  • Prefer a minimum of one (1) year clinic experience.

Licenses/Certifications

  • Have and maintain current licensure as a Registered Nurse within the state of employment.
  • Have and maintain specialized training documentation in area of clinical focus (for example, Hep-C, HIV, Oncology, etc.).
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR certification.
What you will do:
  • Assists in patient assessment, planning individualized treatment programs, and implementing care under the supervision of the Nurse Practitioner or Charge Nurse, utilizing available resources and consulting with appropriate staff.
  • Administers medications, including IV therapy (when certified), and coordinates specialty medication delivery while maintaining accurate regimen schedules and monitoring potential drug reactions.
  • Implements clinical aspects of care, including obtaining diagnostic tests, assisting in medical or minor surgical procedures, and responding to patient crises following established protocols.
  • Ensures safety and compliance by counting controlled substances, adhering to proper techniques for nutrition and therapeutic diet plans, and following standard precautions in care delivery.
  • Maintains accurate documentation of patient care encounters, attends mandatory meetings and training, and communicates essential information to relevant staff and departments.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness.

 

We celebrate a variety of backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

 

We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles.

 

 

 

Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description.

 

We are an Affirmative Action Employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws.


We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness.

 

We celebrate a variety of backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

 

We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles.

 

 

 

Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description.

 

We are an Affirmative Action Employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

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