Nurse (RN) - Radiation Oncology - MGH
 Massachusetts General Hospital | |
 United States, Massachusetts, Boston | |
| 100 Blossom Street (Show on map) | |
 Feb 12, 2025 | |
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Responsibilities:
-Provide professional, competent, and compassionate nursing care to Radiation Oncology adult patients and their families -Assess patient vital signs and monitor for symptoms of radiation side effects ---Administer medications, infusions, and provide patient and caregiver teaching --Manage the recovery of patients post-radiation treatment, especially when anesthesia is involved Assist in mobilizing patients as needed, including transferring to exam chairs and accommodating patients during procedures ------Collaborate with patients and their support systems to meet their individual needs and expectations -Ensure that care is safe, efficient, effective, and timely, while also considering the cultural, spiritual, and ethnic needs of each patient and their support system -Communicate effectively and coordinate patient care with physicians, advanced practice providers, radiation therapists, and medical assistants Use clinical computer applications like Mosaiq and Epic to effectively manage and document patient information. Bachelor of Science in Nursing is required Previous experience in caring for pediatric and adult patient populations is preferred Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Specialty certification is preferred Oncology nursing experience is preferred Proficiency in email and Microsoft applications, including Excel, is required Experience with health information technology, such as Epic, is required Phlebotomy skills are required Basic Life Support Certification is recommended Experience with clinical applications is recommended Additional Job Description The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. | |