Overview
Alliance Cancer Specialists is seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join our oncology care team at our Sellersville Practice. In this role, you'll provide high-quality, patient-centered care in a collaborative clinical environment as needed. You'll work closely with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to support patients through every step of their cancer journey.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver professional nursing care in accordance with national standards and oncology-specific guidelines
Assess patient health status through interviews, physical exams, and review of medical history
Administer medications, blood products, and therapies under physician supervision
Perform venipuncture, access ports, and maintain central line devices
Monitor lab results and collaborate with physicians on dose modifications and symptom management
Educate patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and available resources
Provide psychosocial support and coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team
Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with OSHA and infection control protocols
Assist with scheduling, triaging patient calls, and managing medication refill requests
Serve as a mentor to LPNs, MAs, and less experienced nurses
Participate in professional development and stay current with oncology nursing best practices
Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited nursing program
Current RN license and registration with the State Board of Nursing
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Minimum 1 year of clinical nursing experience (oncology experience preferred)
Physical & Work Environment Requirements:
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs
Manual dexterity and visual acuity required for patient care tasks
Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, and medical preparations common to oncology clinics
In-person interaction with patients, physicians, and clinical staff is essential
Why Join Alliance Cancer Specialists?
At Alliance, you'll be part of a mission-driven team that's making a real difference in the lives of patients. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for growth, and a commitment to excellence in oncology care.
Important Notice:
Beware of fraudulent job postings. Alliance Cancer Specialists and The US Oncology Network will never request financial information during the hiring process. Verify legitimate job postings at:
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Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities *See below for supplementary language regarding Specialty Specific Requirements (e.g. transplant, infusion) as applicable.Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate and promote the continuity of care consistent with established standards and practices. Assesses health status by interviewing patient regarding current status and medical history.Collects and records nursing assessment and interventions.Reviews and reports the results of the health status assessment and physical examination, pertinent laboratory data, radiographic data and psychosocial assessment of assigned patients to the provider.Assesses patient/family needs and provides teaching and other instructional material. Provides psychosocial support to patients and families.Maintains patient confidentiality.Prepares and administers therapies under the direction and supervision of a physician.Administers all medications/blood products using correct medication/blood product, dosage/amount, route, time and technique.Assures pre-authorization and appropriate consent forms are obtained prior to administration of therapies where applicable. Facilitates dose modification by assessing patient, assessing labs, consulting protocol or treatment plan, calculating dose, and consulting physician regarding dosage modifications, problemsand symptom managementPerforms venipuncture, accesses implanted ports and maintains central lines catheter devices.Maintains accurate documentation of assigned patient care and treatments provided.Applies knowledge of reimbursement procedures and charge capture. Maintains work environmentRestocks the supply area as needed.Follows OSHA guidelines when handling cytotoxic agents, biohazardous waste and any other material potentially infected with a blood borne pathogen. Maintains all disinfection protocols.Maintains equipment according to quality control standards. Facilitates clinical operations and patient careManages patient medication refill requests from the pharmacy telephone line and records the information in the patient chart.Assists physician with exams and procedures. Maintains efficient and appropriate patient flow in and out of exam rooms.Facilitates and schedules consultations, pre-testing, diagnostic tests or procedures, referrals and future appointments for patients.Triages patient phone calls as needed and documents relevant information in the patient's chart.As necessary, facilitates communication between patient/family and interdisciplinary team and coordinates services related to patient care.Assist patients in locating available community resources.Inter professional collaborationAssist and collaborate with clinical research. Acts as a resource to LPN/LVNs and medical assistants.Provides nursing coverage for the satellite offices as needed.Serves as mentor/preceptor and provides day to day guidance to less experienced nursesOther duties as assignedParticipates in professional development activities and maintains current knowledge of oncology nursing by participating in ongoing educational opportunities.Minimum Job Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities):Education/Training -Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education, BSN preferred.RN state license and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Must maintain continuing education requirements. Business Experience -3-5 years nursing experience including at least one year in oncology preferredSpecialized Knowledge/Skills -Oncology certification preferredWorking Conditions:Environment (Office, warehouse, etc.) -The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. There is a possible exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.Physical Requirements (Lifting, standing, etc.) -The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand
