Registered Nurse - Oncology Clinic Support Nurse

The Oncology Nurse manages patient care coordination by developing personalized care plans, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring timely delivery of services. This position acts as a patient advocate, supports treatment adherence, and promotes seamless communication among care providers to optimize patient outcomes. The Nurse plays a vital role in facilitating care continuity, educating patients and families, and ensuring compliance with healthcare policies and regulations.

• →Coordinate patient care needs across the treatment continuum through collaboration with healthcare team members.  
• →Partner with patients and primary physicians to develop individualized care plans.  
• →Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other health professionals to ensure timely and appropriate tests and treatments.  
• →Advocate for the patient’s needs and preferences throughout the care process.  
• →Balance care delivery with financial considerations to promote efficient treatment options.
• →Support patient education and provide ongoing guidance and advocacy.
• →Maintain accurate documentation of care activities and support quality improvement initiatives.  

• Commission on Cancer Care- COC accreditation
• Magnet Status
• NCI Designated (National Cancer Institute)
• QOPI certified (Quality Oncology Practice Initiatives)
• Outstanding patient experience scores

• Fosters an environment for learning and professional development
• Support from team members in the form of precepting and mentoring

• Requires an Associates of Nursing (ASN); Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
• Education: The Registered Nurse (RN) must have graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program.
• Exceptions: Candidates who have not graduated from a nationally accredited program may be considered if they possess more than two years of acute care experience. Such exceptions are subject to review and approval by the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO).
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Other advanced Life Support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.