Outpatient Oncology RN
Company: Middlesex Health
Location: Middletown
Posted on: July 1, 2025
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Job Description:
Position Highlights Department: Nursing Radiation Therapy Hours:
40.00 per week Shift: Shift 1 Position Summary The Registered Nurse
in the Radiation Oncology department is accountable for ensuring
the provision of high quality evidence-based nursing care in the
radiation oncology setting, assessing the physical, educational,
psychosocial and spiritual needs of patients referred for radiation
as part of their cancer treatment . The Radiation Oncology Nurse
provides clinical care and education, and assists in coordinating
the patient's care among multiple providers. The Radiation Oncology
Nurse utilizes a collaborative process to assess, plan, facilitate,
implement and monitor patients throughout their radiation oncology
treatment. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Under general
supervision: Monitor and assess patients throughout treatment for
potential symptoms/side effects of radiation therapy. Provide
education to the patient according to the treatment plan and
symptoms as patient condition changes. Review patient education
materials and nursing documentation forms, update and revise as
needed Collection of data about the health history and status of
the patient. Assist providers in all aspects of consultation,
treatment, procedures and follow up care. Carry out nursing
interventions including but not limited to, wound and skin care
Document care provided accurately in the patient record.
Participate in the development of the plan of care with other team
members and safely implement that care. Collaborate with other
disciplines within the Middlesex Health organization to provide
coordination and continuity of care for radiation patients. Active
member of weekly chart rounds. Works closely with the patient and
family; makes appropriate referrals to meet the individual,
cultural and spiritual needs, monitors and evaluates services
provided. Works as a liaison to and in collaboration with patients,
affiliated physicians, disease management liaisons, and the
Middlesex Health System. Assess social, emotional and educational
needs and make referrals to appropriate resources. Participates in
Cancer Center and MHS quality improvement activities through
problem identification, work group participation and program
development. Identifies opportunities to enhance pathway outcomes
and processes. Upholds both the Connecticut Nurse Practice Act and
American Nurses Association Scope and Standards of professional
practice. Adheres to all Core Values (Compassion, Pursue
Excellence, Cooperation and Collaboration, Upholds Honesty, and
Supports Innovation). Adheres to all Absolutes (Privacy and
Confidentiality, Professional Appearance, and Responsibility and
Commitment). Other job related duties as assigned. Minimum
Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Nursing Currently licensed to
practice in the State of Connecticut 3 years of nursing experience
Independent, self-directed and highly motivated Preferred
Qualifications 2 years of oncology experience Oncology Certified
Nurse Radiation Oncology experience Comprehensive Benefits Offered
Competitive and affordable benefits package Continuing Education
assistance Tuition reimbursement Student Loan relief through
Fiducius Quick commute access from I-84, Route 9 and surrounding
areas About Middlesex Health The Smarter Choice for your Career!
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patient-first care that's making health care better. Through our
affiliation with the Mayo Clinic Care Network, Middlesex Health has
access to the most advanced medical knowledge and research
available.
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