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Job Summary:
The Hematology Oncology Registered Nurse will apply the nursing process to plan and implement the care of patients, including patient and family education and continuum of care planning. The Hematology Oncology Registered Nurse effectively communicates pertinent patient/family information to the health care team. Collaborate in establishing patient goals and evaluates progress to ensure effective outcomes. Further your professional growth by engaging in learning activities according to the Board of Nursing standards.
- Relocation Assistance available.
- $15,000 sign-on bonus for Licensed RNs!
Department/Unit Summary:
The Division of Hematology and Oncology conducts research and treats all types of adult cancers including solid tumor cancers and hematological (blood) disorders, as well as coagulation disorders and non-cancerous blood diseases. With over 80 faculty members representing a broad range of professional training and expertise, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to cancer care through
- research to better understand and treat cancers;
- state-of-the-art patient care and personalized cancer therapy;
- clinical trials, including Phase I drug development with subsequent Phase II and Phase III testing;
- training future cancer doctors and researchers; and
- cancer chemotherapy, pharmacology, and biological therapy with an emphasis on solid tumors.
Position Shift:
- Full-time (36 hours/week), night shift (7p-7a). We offer self scheduling and schedules are posted in six week increments.
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