Medical Oncology Registered Nurse RN

At Saint Mary's Hospital, our Registered Nurses (RN) in the Medical Oncology unit specialize in caring for patients with cancer who are admitted to the hospital. These nurses play a crucial role in providing compassionate care, administering treatments, managing symptoms, and supporting patients and their families during their cancer journey. If you have a passion for oncology and want to make a difference in the lives of cancer patients, this could be a rewarding career path for you.

• Continuously assess patients' conditions, monitor vitals, administer orders and medications, and document progress throughout the patients' stay.
• Provide cancer-related medications, ensuring proper dosing, monitoring, and documentation.
• Educate patients and families about their conditions and self-care.
• Work closely with physicians and healthcare provider staff to monitor neurological status, cognitive functions, motor skills, sensory responses, and other therapies.

• Education:
  
  Completion of an accredited Nursing Program with an associate's degree in Nursing is required. A bachelor's degree in Nursing is preferred.
• Registered Nurse (RN) Licensure:
  Must hold a valid and current Connecticut registered nurse licensure.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 1 year of nursing experience in an acute inpatient setting.
• BLS or CPR Certification:
  Current certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required.

• Full Time: 36 hrs/week - Night Shift
• Rotating 3rd weekend and every other holiday
• Hourly position, part of the RN Step Program pay range: $36.15 to $59.95 per hour.

Saint Mary's Hospital has been operating since 1909 and is a Catholic, not-for-profit, community teaching hospital dedicated to serving patients in Waterbury, CT and surrounding communities. We pride ourselves on the genuine warmth and attentiveness of our physicians and nurses, the pristine condition of our facilities, and the care we provide that makes patients and their families feel cared for, akin to being cherished members of our own family.

Rooted in our Mission and core values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. We grow stronger together by finding common ground and embracing our differences, delivering compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.