Radiation Oncology Nurse​/Front Desk Coordinator

CarePoint Health is one of New Jersey’s leading health care systems comprised of three long-standing and highly-regarded hospitals – Christ Hospital in Jersey City, Hoboken University Medical Center and Bayonne Medical Center. CarePoint united three area hospitals to provide 360-degree-coordinated care by integrating the medical facilities and physician networks associated with these institutions. With over 4,500 employees, CarePoint is the largest private employer in Hudson County, New Jersey and each year provides care to over 300,000 individuals.

CarePoint prides itself on its patient-focused approach to care delivery, with an emphasis on preventative medicine, health education, and disease management. Leveraging its vast network of physicians and healthcare experts, CarePoint is quickly becoming recognized as a leader in the broader healthcare landscape as it pioneers creative solutions to address urgent population health needs.

The Radiation Oncology Nurse is a licensed nurse who provides both direct clinical care and administrative/front desk support within the outpatient radiation oncology department. The incumbent is responsible for conducting patient assessments, documenting in the electronic medical record (MOSAIQ), assisting with treatment coordination, and supporting physicians in the delivery of safe and efficient patient care. In addition, the Nurse Coordinator supports operational workflows, including appointment scheduling, medical record preparation, follow-up on studies, and coordination of survivorship care planning in collaboration with the cancer registry.

This position requires strong clinical judgment, organizational skills, and a compassionate approach to patient-centered oncology care.

Clinical Nursing Responsibilities

• Perform and document nursing assessments at each patient visit, including:
• Vital signs, pain assessment, and brief history (reason for visit).
• Entry of findings into the EMR (MOSAIQ).
• Provide a clinical hand-off to the physician, summarizing the patient’s condition and concerns.
• Administer and document patient distress screenings at new patient visits using NCCN Distress Screening guidelines; escalate findings to the physician, social work, or supportive care services as appropriate.
• At the completion of treatment:
• Collaborate with the Cancer Registry department to prepare a treatment summary and survivorship care plan (ASCO Survivorship Letter).
• Review survivorship documentation with patients after physician approval, ensuring patient understanding of follow-up instructions and available resources.
• Provide patient education, counseling, and coordination of follow-up tasks as ordered by the physician.

Administrative & Front Desk Responsibilities

• Greet, check in, and register patients in a professional and courteous manner.
• Schedule, confirm, and reschedule outpatient appointments in collaboration with clinical staff.
• Prepare new patient charts, including requesting, receiving, and organizing outside medical records and imaging.
• Track and follow up on all diagnostic studies, imaging, or labs ordered by physicians to ensure timely receipt and inclusion in the EMR.
• Answer and route incoming phone calls; provide information or assistance to patients, caregivers, and external providers as appropriate.
• Assist in the authorization process by providing clinical information and supporting documentation to the authorization or billing department.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA and institutional confidentiality standards at all times.

Qualifications

• Education/License:
• Current New Jersey Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 1–2 years of nursing experience required; oncology, radiation oncology, or infusion experience strongly preferred.
• Prior experience in a medical office, outpatient clinic, or similar healthcare setting desirable.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
• Proficiency with EMR systems (MOSAIQ experience highly preferred).
• Knowledge of oncology documentation standards, survivorship planning, and NCCN guidelines for distress…