Registered Nurse- Hematology Oncology

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more.

With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health:
Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.

Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

Provides leadership in the coordination and delivery of quality compassionate patient care. Utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide, delegate, supervise, and document care and teaching of patients and families. Effectively communicates pertinent patient and family information to the health care team. Participates in finding solutions for variances from patient goals and ensures implementation of solutions.

Administers chemotherapy and biotherapy agents according to established protocols and monitors patients for adverse reactions and side effects. Manages symptoms related to hematologic malignancies and cancer treatment, including pain, nausea, fatigue, and immunosuppression. Provides comprehensive patient and family education regarding treatment plans, medication management, and self-care strategies to promote treatment adherence and quality of life.

Collaborates with the multidisciplinary oncology team, including physicians, pharmacists, social workers, and nutritionists, to develop and implement individualized care plans. Monitors laboratory values and vital signs, recognizing and reporting critical changes that may indicate complications or treatment-related toxicities. Provides psychosocial support and patient advocacy, addressing emotional and spiritual needs while maintaining professional boundaries.

Maintains strict infection prevention protocols and educates patients on infection prevention strategies, particularly for immunocompromised patients. Ensures accurate and timely documentation of all patient care activities, treatment responses, and complications in accordance with regulatory and institutional standards. Participates in ongoing professional development and maintains current knowledge of hematology oncology nursing practices and evidence-based care standards.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED:

• BSN preferred.
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Clinical knowledge and analytical abilities necessary to formulate effective nursing care plans.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of professional nursing services.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, and hospital personnel.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES

REQUIRED:

• Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing.