Registered Nurse - Oncology
@ Rochester Regional Health

Rochester, NY
$54,000
On Site
Part Time
Posted 19 hours ago

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Job Overview

As a Registered Nurse - Oncology at Rochester Regional Health, you are the engine and heart of patient care. You will provide high-quality, compassionate care in an 18-bed Oncology/Palliative Care unit at Unity Hospital, with opportunities to become chemotherapy certified and gain specialized skills in managing CADD pumps.

Unit Details

The 4400 unit cares for oncology, palliative care, and hospice patients. It is AACN GOLD Beacon award-winning and DNV Palliative Care Certified.

Responsibilities

  • Provide patient-centered clinical care and perform ongoing patient assessments.
  • Document and communicate patient assessments with the interdisciplinary team.
  • Develop individualized plans of care and update based on evaluations.
  • Administer medications, comply with safety protocols, and follow provider orders.
  • Complete mandatory continuing education and certifications including BLS and chemotherapy certification.

Qualifications

Required qualifications include a Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing, a valid New York State RN license, and current BLS certification. A Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and at least 6 months of experience are preferred.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This part time position (24 hours per week) requires working day/night shifts, rotating weekends and holidays, and performing physical tasks such as walking, standing, and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.

Key skills/competency

  • Oncology
  • Palliative Care
  • Patient Assessment
  • Medication Administration
  • Chemotherapy Certification
  • BLS Certification
  • CADD Pump Management
  • Multidisciplinary Team
  • Clinical Research
  • Compassionate Care

How to Get Hired at Rochester Regional Health

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Rochester Regional Health's culture: Understand their focus on patient-centered care and awards.
  • Tailor your resume: Highlight oncology and nursing certifications clearly.
  • Emphasize clinical skills: Detail your experience in patient assessment and care.
  • Prepare for interviews: Practice discussing rotating schedules and challenging cases.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review oncology certification requirements.
Practice detailed patient assessments.
Update BLS and emergency protocols.
Study CADD pump operation procedures.

Behavioral Questions

Describe teamwork in high-pressured situations.
Explain handling rotating shift challenges.
Share examples of compassionate patient care.
Discuss experience with multidisciplinary communication.

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