What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Oncology Clinic – Palliative Care position at UW Health?
Description
Work Schedule:
80% FTE, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. No weekends or holidays. Hours are based off the operational needs of the department. You will work primarily at Eastpark Medical Center located in Madison, WI and also at University Hospital in Madison, WI.
Be part of something remarkable
Join our palliative care team and make a meaningful difference by providing relief to adult patients experiencing the stress of serious illness. Our team works alongside patients at every stage of their journey-whether newly diagnosed, undergoing treatment, recovering, or approaching end of life.
We Are Seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) To
UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Eastpark Medical Center - UW Health's state-of-the-art ambulatory facility located across from East Madison Hospital on Eastpark Blvd. transforms the patient experience. It is home to many specialties, including women's complex care, adult cancer care, advanced imaging and laboratory services and innovative clinical trials.
Job Description
UW Hospital and Clinics benefits
Work Schedule:
80% FTE, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. No weekends or holidays. Hours are based off the operational needs of the department. You will work primarily at Eastpark Medical Center located in Madison, WI and also at University Hospital in Madison, WI.
Be part of something remarkable
Join our palliative care team and make a meaningful difference by providing relief to adult patients experiencing the stress of serious illness. Our team works alongside patients at every stage of their journey-whether newly diagnosed, undergoing treatment, recovering, or approaching end of life.
We Are Seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) To
- Collaborate with a dedicated team of interprofessional colleagues who bring compassion, expertise, and teamwork to the care of patients with life-limiting illnesses.
- Build therapeutic relationships with patients and their families, offering guidance and support during some of life's most challenging moments.
- Help manage pain and other complex symptoms related to cancer and serious illnesses.
- Support patients undergoing disease-directed treatments by focusing on quality of life through expert symptom management and holistic care-addressing emotional, psychological, and spiritual needs.
- Use advanced assessment skills to evaluate patient needs through in-person visits, telephone triage, and online patient portals.
- Participate in ongoing education and professional development within the specialized field of palliative care.
- An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Full time benefits for part time work (for positions 60% FTE and higher).
- Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
- Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
- Acuity based staffing ratios for optimal safety.
- A strong shared governance structure which assures every nurse has a voice.
- A place where nursing excellence is recognized and celebrated in our inpatient and outpatient settings through several award programs.
- Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth as a nurse by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
- The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.
- Graduate of school of nursing Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Preferred
- 6 months of RN experience Required
- Relevant Inpatient RN experience Preferred
- Ambulatory experience Preferred
- Relevant oncology experience Preferred
- Chemotherapy experience Preferred
- Experience with Venous Access Devices (VADs) and IV skills Preferred
- Registration as a registered nurse in the state where employed or licensure in a state in the licensure compact Upon Hire Required
- Current CPR/BLS certification Upon Hire Required
- Certification in specialty area of practice Preferred
UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Eastpark Medical Center - UW Health's state-of-the-art ambulatory facility located across from East Madison Hospital on Eastpark Blvd. transforms the patient experience. It is home to many specialties, including women's complex care, adult cancer care, advanced imaging and laboratory services and innovative clinical trials.
Job Description
UW Hospital and Clinics benefits