Registered Nurse (RN) Cancer Ctr - Office Practice in Livingston, New Jersey at RWJBarnabas Health

Job Title: RN Staff

Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr

Department Name: Cancer Ctr - Office Practice

Req #: 0000244554

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $47.85 - $76.27 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our Oncology Registered Nurses play an essential role in providing compassionate, specialized care to patients and families navigating cancer diagnoses and treatment. As a Registered Nurse supporting Outpatient Oncology Services, you'll combine clinical nursing expertise, patient education, and care coordination to support individuals throughout their cancer care journey. From performing comprehensive assessments and supporting chemotherapy treatments to managing symptoms and coordinating individualized care plans, you'll help patients navigate complex healthcare needs with confidence and compassion. Working closely with oncology physicians and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals, you'll contribute to a supportive outpatient environment focused on clinical excellence, continuity of care, and positive patient outcomes.

• Performing comprehensive nursing assessments and reassessments to evaluate patient conditions, treatment needs, and responses to care

• Managing an assigned caseload of oncology patients while coordinating individualized nursing care in collaboration with treating physicians

• Developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating patient care plans that address clinical needs, treatment goals, and expected outcomes

• Administering prescribed injections and performing port flushes in accordance with established clinical protocols and organizational policies

• Supporting chemotherapy administration through appropriate verification procedures, clinical monitoring, and adherence to established safety standards

• Providing central line care and recognizing potential complications, including medication extravasation and treatment-related adverse reactions

• Recognizing hematologic and oncologic emergencies and responding appropriately to changes in patient condition

• Reviewing laboratory results, documenting pertinent findings, and communicating abnormal results or clinical concerns to the treating physician

• Educating patients and families about oncology treatments, medications, potential side effects, symptom management, home care needs, and preventive measures

• Supporting patients and families through the emotional challenges of cancer treatment while coordinating referrals to psychosocial and supportive care services

• Collaborating with physicians, nurses, community agencies, and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to coordinate treatment plans, office visits, and continuity of care

• Participating in clinical research protocols, ongoing education, and quality improvement initiatives while maintaining accurate documentation and patient confidentiality

• Providing compassionate, specialized nursing care to patients navigating cancer diagnoses and treatment is a meaningful part of your professional interests

• Previous oncology nursing experience has prepared you to support patients with complex clinical needs and individualized treatment plans

• Strong nursing assessment and critical thinking skills allow you to recognize changes in patient condition and respond appropriately

• Supporting chemotherapy treatments, managing vascular access devices, and monitoring for treatment-related complications are areas of clinical confidence

• Patient and family education is an important part of your nursing practice, particularly when explaining treatments, medications, symptom management, and home care needs

• Building meaningful relationships with patients and families while providing emotional support throughout the cancer care journey is a responsibility you value

• Collaboration with oncology physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals is one of your strengths

• A strong understanding of acute and chronic pain management, nutritional needs, and supportive oncology care informs your approach to individualized nursing interventions

• Organization, adaptability, and effective time management help you manage patient caseloads, clinical priorities, and physician schedules

• Accurate documentation, patient confidentiality, and adherence to established clinical protocols are essential professional values

• A commitment to continuing education, evidence-based nursing practice, and quality improvement supports your professional growth

• Compassion, professionalism, and clear communication guide your interactions with patients, families, and colleagues