Registered Nurse

Join Our Team as a Registered Nurse – Radiology Oncology

We are actively seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse to join our Radiology Oncology team in Edmonds, WA. This is an exceptional opportunity for a healthcare professional passionate about providing specialized, compassionate care to oncology patients. If you have a strong clinical background, thrive in a dynamic environment, and want to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives, we want to hear from you.

Shift & Schedule

• Day Shift – 5 days a week, 8-hour shifts
• Hours: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Requirements & Skills

• Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse
• Proficiency in Epic charting system (required)
• Travel experience within healthcare settings (required)
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) and Radiation Oncology certification (required)
• Expertise in oncologic emergencies, including:
  • Acute Tumor Lysis Syndrome (ATLS)
  • Hemorrhage management
  • Increased intracranial pressure management
  • Spinal cord compression response
• Psychosocial care, including understanding and implementing advanced directives
• Symptom management proficiency in:
  • Alteration in skin and mucous membranes
  • Altered mental status
  • Constipation and diarrhea
  • Dysphagia
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Neuropathy
  • Nutritional status evaluation and support
• Medication management skills:
  • Administration of antiemetics
  • Monitoring medication side effects
  • Opioid administration (required)
• Professional knowledge including:
  • Calling in prescriptions
  • Implementation of isolation precautions and proper use of PPE
  • Timely notification of physicians regarding changes in patient status
• Radiation therapy expertise:
  • External Beam Radiation Therapy (Teletherapy) (required)
  • Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) (required)
  • Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT) (required)
  • Palliative Radiation Therapy (required)
  • Adherence to radiation safety precautions
  • Wound care management
• Comprehensive patient assessment skills, including:
  • Fatigue and energy level evaluation
  • Height and weight measurement
  • Oral cavity assessment
  • Skin integrity and wound assessment
• Experience working in inpatient oncology and radiation oncology settings (required); outpatient oncology experience preferred
• Chemotherapy management:
  • Oral administration of chemotherapy (required)
  • Recognition and communication of abnormal lab values
• Additional clinical skill: suctioning

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients undergoing radiation oncology treatment, ensuring comfort, safety, and symptom management throughout therapy.
• Administer and monitor oral chemotherapy and supportive medications, carefully managing side effects and patient responses.
• Perform detailed assessments, including monitoring skin integrity, nutritional status, neurological symptoms, and lab results.
• Manage oncologic emergencies effectively with prompt intervention per protocol.
• Utilize Epic charting system accurately to document patient care and progress.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, radiation therapists, and social workers, to coordinate patient-centered care.
• Educate patients and families about treatment plans, symptom management, and advanced directives.
• Adhere strictly to radiation safety standards and isolation precautions to protect patients, staff, and self.
• Maintain clear communication channels with prescribing physicians for timely medication management and clinical updates.
• Support psychosocial aspects of care, helping address patients’ emotional and social needs related to diagnosis and treatment.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS), Radiation Oncology certification is mandatory.
• Minimum 3 years of nursing experience with demonstrated expertise in oncology and radiation therapy nursing.
• Experience and comfort in inpatient oncology and radiation oncology settings.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills, with the ability to manage complex symptomology and emergencies.
• Proficient use of electronic health records (Epic preferred).
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, facilitating collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to adhere to strict safety protocols related to radiation and infection control.

Compensation & Benefits

Enjoy a competitive hourly rate ranging from $51.00 to $61.00. This role is offered through Quick2Hire staffing agency, where you will have access to a dedicated recruiter to support your career success and receive weekly pay for your valued work.

If you are a compassionate, skilled Registered Nurse with a passion for oncology care and radiation therapy, this rewarding opportunity awaits your expertise. Apply now to join a team that values professional growth, patient-centered care, and teamwork.

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