RN - Oncology at Maimonides Cancer Center (Brooklyn, NY)
RN – Outpatient Oncology Clinic
Maimonides Cancer Center – Hematology/Oncology
Position Summary The RN - Outpatient Oncology Clinic provides comprehensive nursing care to adult oncology patients in a fast-paced ambulatory cancer center setting. This role supports patients undergoing evaluation, treatment, and follow-up for a variety of cancer diagnoses while collaborating closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, infusion staff, and multidisciplinary oncology teams. The nurse is responsible for coordinating care, managing oncology-related treatments, providing patient education, and ensuring safe delivery of outpatient services.
Facility Information Facility: Maimonides Cancer Center Unit: Hematology/Oncology Outpatient Clinic Specialty: Ambulatory Oncology / Outpatient Clinic Nursing
Unit Overview The Hematology/Oncology Clinic provides specialized outpatient care for adult and geriatric patients receiving treatment and follow-up services for a broad range of cancer diagnoses. The clinic serves patients with: • Breast Cancer • Head and Neck Cancer • Gastrointestinal (GI) Cancers • Genitourinary (GU) Cancers • Multiple Myeloma • Lymphomas • Other hematologic and solid tumor malignancies
Nurses work closely with providers to deliver evidence-based oncology care, coordinate treatment plans, and support patients throughout their cancer journey.
Patient Population • Adult • Geriatric
Schedule & Unit Information • Unit Type: Ambulatory Outpatient Oncology Clinic • Number of Treatment Areas: 21–30 • Scrub Color: White Top / Navy Blue Bottom • Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: No set ratio • Call Requirement: None • Ancillary Support: Patient Care Technicians (PCTs)
Essential Responsibilities • Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and ongoing patient monitoring. • Coordinate care plans for oncology and hematology patients. • Administer and monitor chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and supportive treatments. • Access and maintain central venous devices including PICC lines and implanted ports. • Provide patient and caregiver education regarding diagnosis, treatment plans, medications, and symptom management. • Recognize and respond appropriately to treatment-related complications and adverse reactions. • Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes. • Document patient care accurately and in accordance with organizational standards. • Support quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with oncology nursing best practices.
Required Clinical Skills • Outpatient Oncology Nursing experience • Chemotherapy administration and monitoring • Immunotherapy administration and monitoring • PICC Line care and management • Central Venous Catheter management • Port-A-Cath access and maintenance • Oncology patient education • Symptom management and supportive care • Care coordination and treatment planning
Common Treatments & Procedures • Chemotherapy administration • Immunotherapy administration • Central line management • PICC line access and care • Port-A-Cath access and care • HAI Pump management (training provided) • Oncology patient monitoring and follow-up
Experience Requirements • Minimum of 2-3 year of outpatient oncology nursing experience • Must have have direct outpatient oncology and chemotherapy experience • Experience administering chemotherapy and immunotherapy preferred • Strong understanding of oncology patient care and treatment protocols
Education Requirements • Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
Licensure Requirements • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
Certifications Required • ONS Provider Card Certification • Current BLS Certification
Preferred Qualifications • Previous ambulatory oncology experience • Experience caring for complex hematology and oncology patients • Strong communication, organization, and patient education skills • Experience working within multidisciplinary oncology teams
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