Registered Nurse (RN) - Radiation Therapy - Paducah Cancer Center

Mercy Health

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As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

735N02 - RN Radiation Oncology – Paducah Cancer Center

Job Summary:

The RN Radiation Oncology provides nursing care and patient education for the patient during radiation therapy treatment course.  The RN Radiation Oncology will assist with IV therapy for CT simulation.   

Essential Functions: 

• Performs direct patient care and implements the Radiation Oncologist’s order(s).  Assesses patients prior to being seen by the physician.  Documents and evaluates all patient related information such as weight, vital signs, and medications. 

• Assesses patients for special needs and plans appropriate nursing interventions: a) Skin reactions; b) dietary needs; c) social service needs and d) psychological needs.  Communicates with patients via phone regarding acute situations then notifies physician and provides appropriate follow up to the patient. 

• Assures comprehensive patient care based on appropriate assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, and education of the patient. 

• Supports patient education and orientation.  Distributes site specific educational material to patients and family. Provide patients with information on what to expect during radiation treatments and follow up care. 

• Assists with special procedures and monitors patient conditions. Provides IV therapy for contrast injection for CT simulation. 

• Schedules patient’s follow-up visits, off-site procedures and tests and notifies the business office.  Prepares patient records for physician related visits prior to visit.  Calls patients with test results under physicians’ direction.  

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. 

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited school or college of nursing (required)    

• BSN Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred); required within five years of hire if working within RSFH 

Licensure/Certification:

• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of practice (required)  

• OCN Oncology Certified Nurse (preferred)  

• ONS Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy certified, or other chemotherapy certification (preferred) 

• ONS Radiation Oncology Certification (preferred) 

• CPR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (required) 

Experience:

• 2 years’ previous Oncology experience (preferred)  

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com