Department Overview

The Knight Cancer Institute Oncology Treatment Unit is a 55-chair outpatient infusion unit that serves the diverse needs of oncology patients, including solid tumor, hematological malignancy, bone marrow-transplant, benign hematology, as well as off-service patients. The infusion staff works closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, evidenced-based, patient-centered nursing care.

Function/Duties of Position

Hiring Bonus and Relocation Package Available

The OHSU Clinical registered nurse (RN) provides compassionate, evidence-based, and efficient care to individuals, families, communities and patient populations. The Clinical RN's care delivery is consistent with the Oregon Nurse Practice Act, the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, and the ANA Code of Ethics. The Clinical RN demonstrates the professional role obligations of scientist, leader, and knowledge transferor [Onsomble Model of the Professional Role(tm)]. Professional accountability enriches the Clinical RN's engagement as a leader in promoting an inter-professional culture of collaborative decision-making, innovation, life-long learning, and teamwork. The Clinical RN exemplifies the principles of a Culture of Safety by committing to a Just Culture, a Reporting Culture, a Learning Culture, and an Engaged Informed Culture.

Required Qualifications

• External applicants: Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing Degree from a program accredited by Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA)
• Internal applicants: Associate's Degree in Nursing
• Current, unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse License
• BLS at time of hire and must be issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) or Military Training Network branch of AHA (upload documentation with online application)
• BLS must not expire during orientation or probation period, and must have the same expiration date (upload documentation with online application)
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

Department Specific Requirements:

• At least 2 years hospital nursing experience in hematology/oncology and/or bone marrow transplant required.
• OCN or BMTCN certification preferred
• Communication skills including fluency in oral and written English.
• Current chemotherapy Biotherapy provider card
• Basic computer skills including the ability to send/receive email, navigate information technology associated with the position, and use Electronic Health Record information and tools.

Working Conditions: Constant exposure to usual hospital environmental conditions including possible exposure to blood and body fluids for which staff is provided education and protective equipment to minimize risk.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current OHSU employees: BSN preferred
• 1 year Ambulatory Oncology nursing experience preferred
• OCN or BMTCN certification preferred

Additional Details

Orientation: 4-6 weeks

*Bonus Disclaimer: current RN employees at OHSU, Adventist Medical Center in Portland or Hillsboro Medical Center are not eligible for the hiring bonus.

All are welcome