Registered Nurse RN Radiation Oncology
Job Description
Our organization is dedicated to enhancing healthcare delivery, with impressive stroke response times that are nearly half the national average. We utilize innovative SPOT Technology to detect sepsis earlier than traditional methods. Our Enhanced Surgical Recovery program minimizes opioid prescriptions and reduces post-surgical readmissions. As a national learning health system, we are committed to improving clinical outcomes and empowering our nursing teams to work collaboratively for a healthier future. We invite you to join us!
Job Summary and QualificationsThe Radiation Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) plays a vital role within the radiation oncology team. This team is focused on delivering patient care and supportive services aimed at achieving optimal patient outcomes through the combined expertise of all department members. The Radiation Oncology RN is tasked with assessing and implementing appropriate nursing interventions for both actual and potential issues that patients and their families may face concerning the disease, treatment, and follow-up. This position also involves teaching, counseling, and providing support to help patients and families navigate the challenges of a cancer diagnosis and treatment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work both independently and collaboratively with the radiation oncology team to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Deliver clinical care, nursing consultation, and education related to oncology and radiation therapy.
- Conduct assessments, diagnoses, outcome identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation, focusing on the continuum of care for patients undergoing radiotherapy, along with their families and caregivers.
- Engage in leadership roles as a clinician, educator, consultant, and/or researcher.
- Collaborate with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team to improve clinical outcomes.
- Notify the radiation oncologist of any significant changes in a patient’s condition and execute the nursing action plan to address these issues.
- Assist in coordinating the care and flow of radiation oncology patients within the clinic as part of the nursing team.
- Support the learning needs of patients, families, and significant others by identifying barriers to learning, such as language or cultural differences, and incorporating this information into the care plan.
- Document the educational needs of patients, families, and caregivers in collaboration with other disciplines, and implement ongoing education tailored to these needs.
- Provide explanations of tests, procedures, disease processes, medications, and equipment to patients and families throughout treatment.
- Perform additional related duties as assigned.
Qualifications Required:
- Basic Cardiac Life Support certification.
- Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Associate Degree, Registered Nurse Diploma, or Bachelor’s Degree in nursing.
- No travel is required.
- No prior experience is necessary.
Our organization offers a comprehensive rewards package designed to support the health, life, career, and retirement of our team members. Available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive benefits covering medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services.
- Wellbeing support, including complimentary counseling and referral services.
- Time off programs that encompass paid time off, paid family leave, and both long- and short-term disability coverage.
- Savings and retirement options, featuring a 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (depending on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, and financial wellbeing counseling.
- Educational support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, and scholarships for dependents.
- Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
We are a full-service acute care hospital with over 150 beds and an emergency room, located in Overland Park and Leawood, Kansas. Our facility meets the community's healthcare needs by providing compassionate care, supported by a team of over 600 physicians and world-class medical professionals. We offer exceptional experiences and advanced treatment options for adults, newborns, teens, and children. Our hospital network is a leader in cancer care, featuring a certified Breast Center of Excellence, the Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute, and the region's only Genitourinary Cancer clinic. We also provide a Robotic Surgery Center of Excellence, Women’s Center, Bariatric Program, and an inpatient rehabilitation center.
Our organization has been recognized multiple times as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute. In recent years, we have invested approximately $3.7 billion in charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
“The best hospitals prioritize the patient and their family, and the truly exceptional institutions deliver care with warmth, compassion, and dignity.” - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr., Co-Founder
Become part of a team that values every stage of your career! We are currently seeking candidates for our Registered Nurse RN Radiation Oncology position. Apply today, and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch.
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
