Clinical Nurse-Oncology (Radiation Therapy Center)- Day Shift (No Weekends)

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift Description: Seeking exceptional nurse with experience in Med Surg with competent symptom management and computer literacy skills to work in our brand-new Radiation Treatment Center in Wheaton Maryland. Radiation/Oncology experience is highly preferred. Work 4 days a week (only Monday - Friday) 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (no holidays, no weekends) Work 4 days a week (only Monday - Friday) 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (no holidays, no weekends) General Summary: Provides patient care and educational counseling for patients and their families undergoing radiation therapy treatment. Applies the nursing process to plan and manage the care of radiation patients. Collaborates with radiation oncologists, medical professionals and other staff to ensure the quality of care provided. Effectively communicates fundamental patient /family information and variances from patient goals to the health care team. Involves appropriate members of the multidisciplinary health care team in providing treatment and continuing care of the patient as needed. Supports the mission of Trinity Health and Holy Cross Hospital. Minimum Licensure/Certification Required (if applicable): Current licensure by the Maryland State Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse BLS certified by the American Heart Association Oncology Nursing Certification (OCN) preferred or successfully obtained within 2 years of employment. Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a minimum of an Associate's Degree required; Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred. At least 3 years of nursing experience with 2 years of recent experience in the care of oncology patients. Demonstration of acceptable performance in administering medications according to Holy Cross Hospital’s standards within the probationary period. Basic computer skills to include data entry and retrieval. Reads, writes, speaks and comprehends English language. Working Conditions: Physical Requirements: Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Ability to lift patients up to 35 pounds. Visual Acuity: The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes. Environmental Conditions: The worker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals. Reporting Relationship: Directly supervised by and accountable to the Director of Radiation Oncology. Works under the direction of the Radiation Oncologist. Assumes accountability and responsibility for the work direction of other staff as assigned. Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) status . Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.