Oncology Registered Nurse
New York, New York
Mount Sinai Ruttenberg Treatment Center

Registered Nurse - Oncology (Contract)

Location: New York, NY
Employment Type: Contract

Job Summary

Provide safe, competent, quality nursing care to oncology patients based on nursing theory, research, and evidence-based practice. Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. Deliver patient-centered care emphasizing education, communication, and support for patients and families.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Deliver nursing care using critical thinking and evidence-based practices.
• Assess and evaluate patient needs and apply appropriate interventions.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to develop and implement care plans.
• Educate patients and caregivers on care plans, health promotion, and disease prevention.
• Prioritize patient care activities including teaching, rounding, coaching, and discharge planning.
• Manage assignments within a modified primary nursing care delivery model.

Patient Experience

• Establish therapeutic relationships with patients and families, respecting cultural diversity and individual preferences.
• Facilitate patient-centered communication and service recovery when needed.
• Conduct purposeful hourly rounding addressing key patient needs.
• Demonstrate empathy, respect, and active listening in all interactions.

Quality and Safety

• Practice safe, efficient patient-centered care and escalate safety concerns appropriately.
• Participate in quality improvement projects and evidence-based practice initiatives.
• Document nursing care accurately to support quality and performance improvement.
• Follow institutional protocols to maintain a safe environment for patients.

Operations

• Perform charge nurse duties as assigned.
• Coordinate supply and staffing needs with nursing leadership.
• Document thoroughly in compliance with regulatory and legal standards.
• Facilitate patient throughput during shifts.

Professional Development

• Support clinical colleagues and contribute to a positive environment of care.
• Pursue ongoing clinical competence and professional growth.
• Participate in nursing committees and specialty practice councils.
• Incorporate ethical principles into clinical decision-making.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of oncology nursing experience, including experience within the last year.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in medicine and chemotherapy nursing.
• Current New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Associate degree in nursing with relevant experience and/or active matriculation in a BSN program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• Experience in outpatient settings.
• Experience in charge nurse roles.

Additional Information

• Unit size: 36 beds
• Average unit census: 35 patients
• Typical schedule: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each
• Contract length: Approximately 13 weeks (89 days)

This role is ideal for experienced oncology nurses seeking a contract position focused on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a dynamic clinical environment.