RN Outpatient Oncology Outpatient Full-time
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health

Oncology Clinic RN

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Tacoma, WA 98405, US
$46.69 - $88.29 / hour

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Oncology RN Clinic, you will provide professional, specialized care to adult oncology/hematology patients, applying your judgment and critical thinking skills to ensure high-quality patient care within your scope of practice.

Every day you will assess patient needs, deliver care consistent with safety and care standards, make decisions regarding patient needs in the absence of a physician, utilize available resources and data, and maintain continuous contact with physicians, patients, families, and community agencies, while actively directing care, educating, and delegating tasks.

To be successful in this role, you will be a Registered Nurse with expertise in oncology/hematology, strong critical thinking and decision-making abilities, exceptional communication skills, and a steadfast commitment to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to adult cancer patients.

  • Administers, oversees and documents the administration of medications (e.g., topically, orally, intramuscularly, subcutaneously and intravenously) as ordered by the healthcare practitioner and in accordance with hospital policy.
  • Administers chemotherapy.
  • Applies knowledge of current cancer treatment modalities to patient care.
  • Adheres to the department’s and hospital’s policies and procedures, including safety, risk management and regulatory standards.
  • Keeps abreast of trends, developments and regulatory requirements impacting matters within designated scope of responsibility.
  • Cultural Sensitivity and Competence: Demonstrates proper use of available communication tools/materials for effective communication and understands how the culture(s) of patient populations can affect communication, collaboration and the provision of care, treatment and services. Patient Populations Served: Demonstrates knowledge and proper skills associated with the department’s defined specific populations served.
Job Requirements

Required

  • Diploma Of Nursing Graduate of an accredited school of nursing , upon hire and
  • Registered Nurse: WA, upon hire and
  • Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire and


Preferred

  • Bachelors Of Nursing, upon hire and
  • Oncology Experience , upon hire
  • Oncology Certified Nurse, upon hire
Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

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