Registered Nurse (RN), Inpatient Oncology

Inpatient oncology RN delivering direct oncology nursing care, including comprehensive assessment, individualized care planning, symptom management, and evaluation of patient outcomes for adult oncology patients and families. Administers antineoplastic agents and supportive therapies per protocols and ONS standards; verifies orders, performs independent double checks, and monitors infusion reactions/adverse events. Manages central venous access devices (ports, PICCs); performs access, maintenance, blood draws, and blood product transfusions per policy; ensures safe use of infusion equipment and PPE. Provides patient and family education on diagnosis, treatment plans, self-care, side-effect management, and discharge instructions; coordinates multidisciplinary resources and community referrals. Documents care in Epic per regulatory standards; maintains accurate medication administration records and education documentation. Participates in quality and safety activities (safety huddles, infection prevention, hazardous drug handling, Joint Commission readiness) and supports clinical research protocols as applicable. Collaborates with physicians, APs, pharmacists, social workers, and research staff; contributes to handoffs and patient throughput. May serve as charge nurse, preceptor, or mentor; provides direction to licensed and unlicensed support personnel. Skills include chemotherapy/immunotherapy administration per ONS guidelines, central line care, infection prevention, EMR proficiency (Epic), and ability to triage and manage varying acuity. Must demonstrate professionalism, ethics, and alignment with Dana-Farber’s mission and values.