Oncology RN / PT (195) - Sharp Community Medical Group

Position Title: Oncology Nurse  

Location: South Coast Gynecologic Oncology, San Diego, CA  

Employment Type: Part-Time   

Hourly Range: Based on level of experience.  

South Coast Gynecologic Oncology is seeking a dedicated Oncology Nurse to join their leading team, focusing on innovative care in gynecologic oncology. The role involves administering chemotherapy and biotherapy, leading nursing care for patient comfort and well-being, and participating in the clinical operations of a 4-6 chair infusion suite with autonomy and clinician collaboration. This opportunity offers professional growth, a chance to significantly impact women's health, collaborative culture, access to state-of-the-art facilities, and benefits based on employment status.  

Why Join Us?  

• Career Advancement: Opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive environment.
• Impactful Work: Make a significant difference in women's health and patient lives.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a team of experts who are passionate about delivering top-tier care.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: Access to modern technologies and resources in surgical care.
• Benefits available based on part time or full time commitment.

Key Responsibilities:  

• Coordinate out-patient care and act as a liaison between the provider, family and office team.
• Set up and administer chemotherapy, fluids, and other medications via venous access consistently following the “five rights.”
• Chemotherapy dose checks and monitoring lab values for administration
• Administer injectables (SQ/IM)
• Monitor side effects to chemotherapy and other medications and recognize potential drug interactions.
• Access central catheters (PORTS/PICC)
• Triage patient calls to ensure patients receive a timely response. Forward urgent issues to providers.
• Educate patients regarding chemotherapy, labs, procedures, symptoms, medications, and other information as needed.
• Review incoming lab, imaging and procedure results. Forward abnormal results to providers.

Requirements:  

• Associate degree or Diploma in Registered Nursing
• Current ONS Chemotherapy and Biotherapy certification.
• Current BLS certification.
• Valid State licensure as a RN in California.
• Excellent communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
• Bilingual abilities are an asset.

Preferred:  

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• OCN Certification preferred
• At least 2 years in outpatient oncology nursing

Become Part of Our Team at South Coast Gynecologic Oncology:  

• Experience the impact of your work firsthand in a role where your contributions are recognized and significantly influence our mission.
• Thrive in an encouraging setting that promotes growth in both your personal ambitions and career aspirations.
• Engage with a community that prioritizes and celebrates diversity and inclusion at all levels.
• Enjoy a flexible schedule tailored to your availability, ranging from 8 to 40 hours per week.
• Benefit from our adaptable working arrangements.
• Relish the advantage of having no night shifts or weekend duties.

South Coast Gynecologic Oncology is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class.