What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Radiation Oncology position at Corewell Health?
About the unit
As the region's leader in radiation oncology services, Corewell Health Cancer Center at Lemmen-Holton Cancer Pavilion provides radiation therapy to more patients than any other health care facility in West Michigan. Radiation oncology services are also available at our Holland and Reed City locations. We offer a full range of treatments and state-of-the-art technologies. The radiation oncology program at Corewell Health is certified by the American College of Radiation Oncology.
About Outpatient Clinics
Corewell Health operates over 300 outpatient clinics across Michigan, bringing a multitude of care options to the communities that we serve. There are over 40 different types of primary care and specialty practices, which allows those who work in these clinics the opportunity to learn and explore various interests or to specialize in one area.
Scope of work
The nurse’s role in Radiation Oncology is patient focused, putting best practice first to guide the patient on what to expect before, during, and after radiation treatment. Assessment, patient education, coordination of care, and procedural assistance are the main focus of the nurse for patients with malignant as well as some non-malignant diagnosis. Our team strengths include compassion, teamwork, and collaborative learning to ensure high quality outcomes for our patients. Our nurses enjoy relationship-based patient care while in a supported environment as well as flexible scheduling to accommodate their assignment. This is an opportunity to build on your oncology knowledge and put your nursing skills into action to make a meaningful difference for our patients in Radiation Oncology.
Qualifications
- Associate's Degree Nursing or Equivalent Required
- Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) preferred
- MI Registered Nurse (RN) Required upon hire
- AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) Required within 90 days
- Oncology Nursing Society - ONCC Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy certificate course completion required for RNs working in departments where chemotherapy/immunotherapy is administered. Radiation Therapy certificate course is required for RNs working in radiation departments. 1 Year required
- 1 year of experience as an RN working in oncology strongly preferred
How Corewell Health cares for you
Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance
Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status
Primary Location
SITE - Lemmen-Holton Cancer Pavilion - 145 Michigan St - Grand RapidsDepartment Name
Radiation Oncology - ButterworthEmployment Type
Full timeShift
Day (United States of America)Weekly Scheduled Hours
40Hours of Work
7 a.m. to 7 p.m., VariableDays Worked
Monday to FridayWeekend Frequency
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