Oregon Health and Science University

RN, Surgical Oncology

Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1 year of current adult acute care RN experience is required.
  • Completion of chemotherapy/immunotherapy provider course within 6 months of hire.
  • Must earn an average of 12 oncology-related contact hours per year or hold a current cancer-specific certification.
  • BSN degree required from an accredited program within 30 days prior to start date, or ADN with enrollment in BSN program within 3 years.
  • Current, unencumbered Oregon State RN License is mandatory.
  • BLS certification from AHA is required, with completion during orientation for new hires.
  • Must demonstrate the ability to perform essential functions of the job.

Responsibilities

  • Provide care for Bone Marrow Transplant patients requiring Negative Airflow Isolation.
  • Support the Hepatic Arterial Infusion Pump program.
  • Administer care to surgical oncology patients with complex procedures like Whipples and liver resections.
  • Manage care for medical oncology patients experiencing sarcoma and end-of-life issues.
  • Assist in general surgery for procedures such as esophagectomies and colon resections.
  • Deliver care to patients undergoing treatments in gynecological and radiation oncology.
  • Provide end-of-life and inpatient hospice care as needed.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health care plans with 100% coverage for full-time employees and 88% for dependents.
  • $50K term life insurance at no cost to the employee.
  • Choice of two above-market pension plans.
  • Generous vacation time ranging from 192 to 288 hours annually based on service length.
  • Accrued holiday hours, up to 64 per year.
  • 96 hours of sick leave per year, prorated for part-time staff.
  • Public transportation discounts available for employees.
  • Tuition reimbursement to promote ongoing education.
  • Access to an innovative Employee Assistance Program offering wellness resources.
Full Job Description
Department Overview

Our primary teams are Surgical Oncology, Complex Abdominal Surgery, Colorectal Surgery, Thoracic Surgery, Foregut Surgery, ENT/OMFS, Gynecology Oncology, and Radiation Oncology. Unit has 64 patient care beds.

This position also comes with great benefits! Some highlights include:
  • Comprehensive health care plans. Covered at 100% of the cost for full-time employees and 88% for dependents.
  • $50K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
  • Two separate above market pension plans to choose from
  • Vacation - 192 to 288 hours per year depending on length of service, prorated for part-time
  • Holidays - up to 64 holiday hours per calendar year (employees accrue .0308 holiday hours for each hour paid - included in vacation accruals)
  • Sick Leave - 96 hours per year, prorated for part-time
  • Substantial public transportation discounts (Tri-met and C-Tran)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Innovative Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including extensive wellness resources


Function/Duties of Position

Our unit provides care for our Bone Marrow Transplant patients who require Negative Airflow Isolation. In addition, we support the Hepatic Arterial Infusion Pump program.

Patient Populations:
  • Surgical Oncology: Whipples, liver resections,
  • Medical Oncology: Sarcoma, pain crisis, failure to thrive, end of life
  • General Surgery: Esophagectomies, colon resections,
  • Bone Marrow Transplant: Chemotherapy, GVHD, pain crisis, failure to thrive, end of life
  • Gynecology Oncology, TAH BSO, lap hysterectomy, chemotherapy, brachytherapy
  • Radiation Oncology: I-131, pheochromocytoma treatment
  • General Oncology: End of life care, inpatient hospice.

Department Specific Working Conditions:

Exposure to chemotherapy, radiation, and isolatable conditions are a risk of working on this unit. For this reason, staff are required to complete initial and annual education, and proof of competency to minimize risk.

Required Qualifications

  • Must have 1-year current adult acute care RN experience.
  • Completion of chemotherapy/immunotherapy provider course within 6 months of hire.
  • Earn an average of 12 oncology related contact hours per year or hold a current cancer-specific certification
  • BSN Graduates: Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from a program accredited by Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) 30 days before start date.
  • ADN Graduates: Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited program 30 days before the start date.
  • Associate degree Nurses required to enroll in BSN program within 3 years of hire and complete within 5 years of hire
  • Current, unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse License
  • BLS from AHA required. New hires will be enrolled and required to complete during orientation.
  • Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation


Preferred Qualifications

  • National Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) or Certified Medical-Surgical Nurse (CMSN)
  • Radiation Safety training
  • Experience in a high-level acuity medical facility


Additional Details

Length of Orientation - Experienced Nurse
  • External candidates: OHSU & Nursing New Employee Orientation (NEO) for about a week.
  • Either Transition to Practice (TTP) Program Specialty Fellowship/Fellowship Learning Pathway or Orientation experience for 3 days-26 weeks depending on the care area. An employment service agreement may apply.


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