Charge Nurse - Adult Inpatient Oncology

Presbyterian Rust Medical Center is seeking a compassionate and skilled Oncology Charge Nurse. Oncology RNs works with patients who have, or who are at risk of getting, cancer. As a Charge Nurse in the Oncology Unit, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the unit and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, compassionate care to patients with cancer. You will lead and support a team of skilled nurses, coordinating patient care activities and ensuring adherence to clinical protocols and best practices. Your role will involve collaborating with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive and individualized care plans for patients. Additionally, you will play a key role in mentoring and developing nursing staff, promoting a positive and collaborative work environment.

 

Type of Opportunity: Full Time
FTE: 0.9
Exempt: No
Work Schedule: 12 Hour Nights

 

Sign on and relocation bonuses available for qualified candidates.

 

How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Strongline Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Shift differentials for nights and weekends
• Differentials for higher education, certifications and various lead roles
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan Forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department (to learn more click here https://hed.nm.gov/financial-aid/loan-repayment-programs/health-professional)

 

 

 

• Credentials: Registered Nurse - State of New Mexico or Compact State Nursing License.
• Education: Associate Degree in Nursing, BSN within 5 years of hire
• Experience: 1 year Bedside experience required
• BLS certification required at time of hire.
• Oncology Chemotherapy certification

 

• Administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and other oncology treatments.
• Monitor and assess patients' conditions, managing symptoms and side effects.
• Educate patients and their families about treatment plans, side effects, and self-care.

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of nursing staff in the Oncology Unit.

• Ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and compassionate patient care.

• Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.

• Monitor patient progress and make necessary adjustments to care plans.

• Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development.

• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with clinical protocols and regulatory requirements.

• Promote a positive and collaborative work environment, addressing any staff concerns or issues promptly.

 

We're all about well-being, starting with yours.
Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.

Learn more about our employee benefits.

Presbyterian is committed to an inclusive and equitable environment where everyone is valued and empowered for success. We believe that our environment should reflect the diversity of our community.

 

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system comprised of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 13,000 employees - including more than 1,200 providers and nearly 3,500 nurses.

Our health plan serves more than 640,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

 

 

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.

 

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USD $54.00/Hr.

The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.