Radiation Oncology Procedural RN
Boston, MA
Wellspring Nurse Source
3x12 hrs, Days

We would like to request a 1620-week contract as 13 weeks is too
short with the required onboarding. Must have relevant procedural experience. Radiation Oncology Procedural RN The Radiation Oncology staff nurses responsibilities include
assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care for a
complex patient population-this is a procedural role in brachytherapy where the
RNs would prepare the patient, assist in the procedure, and recover the patient
as needed.
The staff nurse provides patient and family education, clinical support and
psychosocial and emotional support before, during and after treatment. Nursing
care may include caring for patients during brachytherapy procedures, as well
as external beam treatments.
Nursing care includes adult patients. If the RN has PALS and pediatric
training, there is the possibility to treat pediatric patients.
The RN is a member of a multidisciplinary care team that requires effective
communication and collaboration with co-workers and staff at the BWH, DFCI and
collaborating institutions and agencies.
The role requires clinical expertise, critical thinking, collaborative
practice, excellent communication skills and an understanding of the principles
and practices of current treatment for cancer and clinical research.
Performs procedures and Point of Care Testing as ordered. Experience:1-2 Years of Procedural experience required.Brachytherapy or radiation oncology experience strongly preferred.3-5 Years of general nursing experience SCHEDULEDepartment
hours are 6:30 am -7:00 pm This is
a 40-hour position The travel RN will work
rotating shifts of 630-5, 7-530, or 730-6pm Monday- Friday