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Nurse - Oncology/Hematology
United States Department of Veterans Affairs - Columbia, SC
posted about 2 months ago
About the position
The Oncology/Hemology Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing and supervising direct patient care in the Department of Veterans Affairs. This role focuses on patient education, self-management, and customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care. The RN administers medications and procedures according to established policies, collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, and influences care outcomes. The position requires a clinical expert who delivers high-quality, evidence-based care to oncology patients and their families.
Responsibilities
- Provide and supervise direct patient care in the Oncology/Hemology department.
- Coordinate care focused on patient education and self-management.
- Administer medications and procedures per established policies and guidelines.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to influence care outcomes.
- Complete physiological assessments and document in the electronic health record (EHR).
- Triage patient problems and assist in evaluating symptoms and initiating interventions.
- Monitor, track, and report ongoing care needs and outcomes to the interdisciplinary team.
- Direct the provision of nursing education and competencies.
- Provide a safe working environment while handling antineoplastic drugs and medical waste.
- Oversee the administration and management of medical procedures and treatments in the oncology setting.
Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Current, full, active, and unrestricted registration as a graduate professional nurse in a state, territory, or commonwealth of the U.S.
- Graduation from a school of professional nursing approved by the appropriate accrediting agency.
- Proficiency in basic written and spoken English.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in oncology nursing or related fields.
- Certification in oncology nursing (OCN) or similar credentials.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with regular increases and potential for performance awards.
- 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays).
- Traditional federal pension with 5 years vesting and federal 401K with up to 5% contributions by VA.
- Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance options.
