Registered Nurse (Cancer Center Medical Oncology)

Registered Nurse: Cancer Center Medical Oncology - NO WEEKENDS/NO HOLIDAYS

SIGN ON BONUS: $7500 - NO WEEKENDS AND NO HOLIDAYS

The Augusta Health Cancer Center is an outpatient clinic and chemotherapy infusion unit. Oncology nurses play a critical role in the delivery of quality nursing care to a high-risk and complex patient population. Comprehensive knowledge and skills regarding cancer pathophysiology, treatment options and symptom management are required elements of practice. We have a 13 chair outpatient cancer infusion center and an 8 chair infusion center for non-cancer patients. Nurses are cross-trained to work in both areas.

For novice oncology nurses, the first one or two years of practice are focused on gaining an in-depth education regarding the biology of cancer, treatment regimens and comprehensive symptom management. Skill in care and maintenance of venous access devices and handling and administration of hazardous drugs must be cultivated. Guidelines for nursing competency are outlined in the Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Guidelines.

Novice nurses will work closely with an experienced oncology nurse and will be expected to take Duke Cancer Basics and Chemotherapy 101 and will orient with their preceptor for 3 to 4 months. Chemotherapy administration competency will be determined before the novice nurse may administer chemotherapy on their own. At the end of one year, the novice nurse must take and pass an ONS Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Fundamentals course which will give a provider’s card to administer chemotherapy.

Come join the Augusta Health team located in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley in Fishersville, VA. Augusta Health is an independent, community hospital recognized as one of Healthgrades’ 50 Best Hospitals in America. Our mission is to promote the health and well-being of our community through access to excellent care. We build trust and peace of mind through our core values of patient-and community-centeredness, professionalism, excellence, and teamwork.

Qualifications:

• Must be a Registered Nurse licensed to practice as a professional nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• One year of Registered Nurse experience required; CCU, ICU or Emergency room preferred.
• Oncology Nurse certified preferred.
• 2 years of outpatient oncology experience preferred.
• Positive attitude, with enthusiasm for caring for our community.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective time management skills.

About Augusta Health:

Exceptional care, small town hospitality Nestled in Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, Augusta Health is among the finest nonprofit community hospitals in America. Augusta Health opened in 1994 to continue a tradition of personalized care with small-town hospitality that began with predecessor hospitals in Staunton and Waynesboro. Today, our highly trained physicians and staff use state-of-the-art technology to provide top quality care with warmth and compassion. We offer many amenities so patients and families can be comfortable and close during difficult times. View Our Mission, Vision & Values. If you are a resident of Augusta County, Staunton, Waynesboro, or surrounding areas, you can benefit from a variety of programs we host to promote good health. If you are a dedicated healthcare professional, you will find exciting career opportunities at Augusta Health. Quick Stats for 2023 Licensed for 255 beds 124 Medical/Surgical 14 Intensive Care Unit 18 Labor and Delivery 4 Pediatric Non-traditional, Non-acute services 28 bed psychiatric unit 17 bed skilled nursing unit 8 bed rehab unit Largest local private employer Employees: 2,375+ Active Physicians: 225 APPs: 87 Volunteers: 290 Service Area: 200,000 AH Urgent Cares: 5 AH Practices: 49