PRN Float Registered Nurse-Amarillo, Tx

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Overview

Texas Oncology is looking for a PRN Float Registered Nurse to join our team. This position supports the Amarillo, Tx location. Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country and has approximately 600+ providers in 220+ sites across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Our founders pioneered community-based cancer care because they believed in making the best available cancer care accessible to all communities, allowing people to fight cancer at home with the critical support of family and friends nearby.

Our mission is still the same today – at Texas Oncology, we use leading-edge technology and research to deliver high‑quality, high‑touch, evidence-based cancer care to help our patients achieve “More breakthroughs. More victories.” and treat half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer on an annual basis.

Why work for us?

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, a generous PTO program, a 401(k) plan with company match, a wellness program that rewards healthy lifestyles, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, and discounts on many retailers.

Join a Team That Invests in Your Future

At Texas Oncology, we recognize the long‑term impact of our people and are committed to rewarding performance and potential. Certain roles may be eligible to participate in our Long‑Term Incentive Plan (LTIP), an incentive program designed to attract, retain, and reward top talent.

Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP)

The LTIP typically vests over a three‑year period and is tied to individual performance and the operational success of Texas Oncology. Awards are discretionary and based on position, performance, and potential for future career growth. Awards are reviewed and approved during the annual compensation review and are subject to continued employment through the award payment date.

What Does the Registered Nurse Do?

(Including but not Limited to)

Under general supervision, provide professional nursing care for patients adhering to national and company standards and guidelines for specialty regulations. Demonstrate knowledge of physiological, psychological, developmental, and age‑specific differences in the patient population. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to assess and manage patient/family needs. Support and adhere to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate, and promote the continuity of care consistent with established standards and practices.
  • Assess health status by interviewing patients regarding current status and medical history.
  • Assess patient/family needs and provide teaching and other instructional material.
  • Provide psychosocial support to patients and families.
• Facilitate clinical operations and patient care.
  • Manage patient medication refill requests from the pharmacy telephone line and record the information in the patient chart.
  • Facilitate and schedule consultations, pre‑testing, diagnostic tests or procedures, referrals, and future appointments for patients.
  • Triage patient phone calls as needed and document relevant information in the patient chart.
  • As necessary, facilitate communication between patient/family and interdisciplinary team and coordinate services related to patient care.
  • Assist patients in locating available community resources.
• Interprofessional collaboration.
  • Act as a resource to LPN/LVNs and medical assistants.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education; BSN preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience.
• Willing to consider entry, mid, or senior level candidates.
• Current RN state license issued by the State Board of Nursing in the practicing state.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. There is possible exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.

Physical Requirements

Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye‑hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lb. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

Seniority Level

Entry Level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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