Basic Life Support (BLS), Clinical Assessment, Clinical Competency, Clinical Medicine, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Discharge Plans, Electronic Medical Records, Health Plan Membership, Healthcare, Hospital, Information Technology & Information Systems, Maintain Compliance, Medical Treatment, Medication Administration, Mentoring, Multitasking, Nursing, Nursing Credentials, Oncology, Outpatient Care, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Education, Psychology, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Quality of Care, Registered Nurse (RN), Regulatory Requirements, Social Engineering, Staff Training, Terminally Ill, Treatment Plan, Willing to Travel
Job Title: Registered Nurse – Oncology
Location: Hyannis, MA
Duration: 13 Weeks
Schedule: Day Shift | 5x8-Hour Shifts
Shift Times: Variable Start Times (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM, or 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM)
Compensation: $2,500 - $2,720 Weekly (Based on Experience)
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality patient care in an outpatient oncology setting. The ideal candidate will have experience caring for oncology patients receiving both curative and palliative treatments and possess strong assessment, education, and patient advocacy skills. This role requires collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care throughout the treatment journey.
Responsibilities
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care for oncology patients.
- Administer medications, treatments, and supportive therapies while monitoring patient responses.
- Provide comprehensive patient assessments, including physical, psychological, social, and discharge planning needs.
- Educate patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment plans, symptom management, and supportive care resources.
- Support patients receiving both curative and palliative treatment modalities.
- Provide compassionate care and counseling to terminally ill patients and their families.
- Accurately document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic medical record.
- Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team members to coordinate care plans.
- Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to staff when needed.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, staff education, and professional development activities.
- Maintain compliance with organizational policies, nursing standards, and regulatory requirements.
Required Qualifications
Education
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
- BSN preferred.
Licensure & Certifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Massachusetts.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Successful completion of required clinical competency assessments prior to start.
Experience
- Previous outpatient oncology nursing experience required.
- Prior travel nursing experience required.
- Experience educating and counseling oncology patients receiving both curative and palliative treatments.
- Experience caring for terminally ill patients and supporting family members through the care process.
Preferred Skills
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking abilities.
- Excellent communication, counseling, and patient education skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced outpatient environment.
- Proficiency with electronic medical records and healthcare information systems.
- Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered oncology care.
For more details reach at Aditi.sharma@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-587-6677.
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.