Outpatient Oncology RN
Paducah, KY
BHS Workforce
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Requirements:

• Active RN license in state of practice (or compact license as applicable)
• BSN preferred; ADN accepted per facility policy
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred depending on facility
• OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse) preferred
• Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification (ONS) required
• 1+ years of oncology experience required
• Strong IV access and vascular assessment skills (peripheral, PICC, port access)

Duties:

• Provide nursing care to patients undergoing cancer treatment, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and biotherapy
• Assess patients pre-, during, and post-treatment, monitoring for adverse reactions and side effects
• Administer chemotherapy and other antineoplastic agents per physician orders and safety protocols
• Initiate and manage vascular access, including peripheral IVs, PICC lines, and implanted ports
• Manage symptoms related to cancer and treatment side effects (nausea, pain, fatigue, neutropenia)
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, side effects, and self-care strategies
• Provide emotional support to patients and families navigating cancer diagnosis and treatment
• Collaborate with oncologists, pharmacists, and interdisciplinary team on plan of care
• Accurately document assessments, treatments, and patient response in the EMR
• Adhere to safe handling protocols for hazardous drugs per OSHA/USP <800> guidelines