Oncology Registered Nurse
Dallas, Texas
Parkland Hospital

Registered Nurse (RN) - Oncology

Location: Dallas, Texas
Employment Type: Temporary
Shift: Days
Hours per Day: 10
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Coordinate patient care delivery focusing on oncology patient populations using the nursing process.
• Assess patients, identify nursing diagnoses, develop and implement individualized care plans, and evaluate patient responses.
• Assist patients in transitioning through healthcare encounters without preventable complications or delays.
• Delegate interventions to healthcare personnel based on patient condition and competencies.
• Serve as a patient advocate respecting patient rights, confidentiality, and cultural preferences.
• Provide education and training to patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Perform patient assessments related to cancer care, including allergies, physical symptoms, psychosocial and financial factors across the continuum of care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in patient care records.
• Serve as a preceptor or trainer for new nursing staff and act as Charge Nurse on rotation.
• Act as a role model and resource for oncology nursing and unit nurses.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 24 months of current Oncology nursing experience.
• Experience with EPIC Beacon and Chemotherapy Infusion.
• ONS chemotherapy biotherapy provider certification.
• Active Texas RN license or Compact RN license.
• Active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Must disclose any previous employment history with the facility.
• Provide a resume, oncology-specific skills checklist, and two supervisory references from within the last year.
• Proof of taxable address (e.g., driver’s license, utility bill, lease agreement).

Work Schedule & Conditions

• Work week runs Wednesday through Tuesday.
• Overtime and holiday pay at 1.5x.
• Callback pay at 1.5x with a minimum of 2 hours for any callback services.
• No unbillable orientation hours.
• Facility reserves the right to cancel up to 3 shifts per 13-week contract.
• Local candidates within 60 miles are accepted.

Core Values

• Integrity: Honesty, transparency, humility.
• Compassion and Collaboration: Empathy, teamwork, excellent care.
• Accountability: Responsibility for performance and stewardship.
• Respect: Valuing diversity and treating others with kindness.
• Equity: Promoting health, dignity, and voice for all patients and colleagues.