Job Description

Registered Nurse Ambulatory Oncology

Nurses are the heartbeat of health care and we are committed to keeping our nurses' hearts happy and healthy. This means investing in the holistic health and happiness of our nursesthrough better pay, better benefits, better opportunities and a better community. As a Registered Nurse supporting the Ambulatory Oncology team at the Banner Health Cancer Center Tucson, you will work with likeminded staff who strive to go above and beyond for the patients. You will apply sound judgment, clinical expertise, and execute critical nursing interventions to all populations within the patient care setting. You will conduct patient assessments and develop and implement nursing care plans to foster quality outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity to work with some of the finest Radiation Oncologists where you will continue to grow and develop in your nursing career.

This is a full-time position, scheduled 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm (Once the fundamentals of the roles are achieved, adjustment of work schedule can be reviewed with leadership. Clinic hours are 0800-1700, we are closed for the Banner recognized holidays and weekends).

This RN role is a pivotal part of patient care at our Cancer Center. The RN coordinator is the focal point to the path between the interdisciplinary team and the patient. Daily routines include:

• Patient communication, education and triage
• Coordination of patient-physician visits, to include inpatient treatments
• Addressing medication needs, interpreting lab values and pathology
• Knowing treatment regimens, nursing indications and understanding adverse reactions
• Building a relationship with the physician and other key players of the oncology team
• Assisting pediatric and adult patients for radiation treatments under sedation

This is a beautiful cancer center located in sunny Tucson. We have a close team culture. We take care of our teams and our patients. In this role there are so many opportunities for growth. This is a role where you learn something new every day. If you are looking for a challenging position, we would be excited to have you on our team.

One of only 57 NCI Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the nation

Ranked #1 clinic in the Banner Tucson market two consecutive years in a row

Oncology Service Line recognized as Top Performing Cancer Center by Us News and World Report 2023-current University Medical Center Tucson

PBCs Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is nationally recognized for providing exceptional patient care, teaching future health-care professionals and conducting ground breaking research. Also located on the campus is Diamond Children's - recognized for its specialized pediatric services including neonatal and intensive care, emergency medicine and cancer therapies.

Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is a Level 1 Trauma Center, meaning we care for the most critically injured patients. The hospital is consistently listed among the nation's top hospitals in the prestigious Best Hospitals ranking by U.S. News & World Report. The hospital's physicians are full-time faculty of the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson.

Our specialty services include comprehensive heart and cancer care, advanced neuroscience techniques and a multi-organ transplant program.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with organizational policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and development. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under their direction. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills necessary to assess data and plan, provide and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age of assigned patients.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Assess patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs.
• Formulates a plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data and patient, family and health team input.
• Implements the plan of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation, and supervision of the activities of the health care team.
• Evaluates the patient's and family's response to care and teaching, and revises the plan of care as needed.
• Provides care based on the best evidence available and may participate in research activities within clinical practice.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides direction and supervision to licensed and non-licensed personnel in the activities necessary to provide quality care and services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT FACTORS

Typical Direct Patient Care environment: (Nutrition Rep, Chaplain, RN). Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently. Possess physical agility and adequate reaction time to respond quickly and appropriately to unexpected patient care needs. Needs adequate hearing and visual acuity, including adequate color vision. Requires fine motor skills, adequate eye-hand coordination, and ability to grasp and handle objects. Able to use proper body mechanics to assist patients in ambulating, transferring in and out of bed, chair or wheelchair. May be required to lift up to 75 pounds. Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and bodily fluids. Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone. May require periodic use of personal computer.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must possess a current, valid RN license in state of practice, temporary/interim RN license in state of practice, or compact RN licensure for current state of practice. BLS certification is required. Additional certification or continuing education may be required based on area of practice.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree preferred. Professional certification preferred. Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

DATE APPROVED 05/11/2025

EEO Statement: EEO/Disabled/Veterans

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