Registered Nurse (RN) - Oncology / Chemotherapy

Registered Nurse (RN) - Oncology

Job Type : Full-time M-F 7a-4p, weekends rarely, no on call or holidays

Your experience matters

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health , a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Registered Nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Provides comprehensive care for and is made up of various specialists, nurses, pharmacists, and social workers. Key specialists include medical oncologists (chemotherapy), radiation oncologists (radiation therapy), and surgical oncologists (surgery). Nurses and other professionals manage patient care, coordinate treatments, and provide emotional support, creating a coordinated approach to care. The team provides care across the cancer journey, from diagnosis and risk assessment to treatment and long-term management.

Also, working with a team who works together to coordinate a patient's care, ensuring different aspects of treatment are aligned. While each member of the team brings a specialized area of expertise to ensure patients receive the best possible care.

How you'll contribute

A Registered Nurse (RN) who excels in this role :

Possesses knowledge and understanding of cancer care.

Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of cancer treatments, interventions and expected outcomes.

Demonstrates knowledge of oncologic emergencies including patient management, appropriate interventions, therapies and expected outcomes.

Demonstrates knowledge of proper administration of IV chemo including set up and management of home chemotherapy infusions.

Demonstrates appropriate precautions in preparation, handling and disposal of chemotherapy.

Demonstrates knowledge and skill in the assessment, management and follow-up care of an IV extravasation.

Demonstrates knowledge of clinical research trials through participation in data collection, drug administration, patient education and follow-up.

Ability to work in out-lying clinics as needed.

Demonstrates knowledge of oral cancer treatments and educates patients about side effect management.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers :

Comprehensive Benefits

Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage - with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period - tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.

Financial Protection & PTO

Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.

Financial & Career Growth

Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

Employee Well-being

Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

Professional Development

Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Applicants should have a current state RN license and possess a degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include :

BSN preferred

2 years' experience in medical surgical nursing

Oncology nursing experience preferred

ACLS Certification preferred

More about Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is a 537-bed behavioral health, rehabilitation, and transitional care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Johnstown community for over 135 years. We are proud to be recognized by the American Heart Association with the Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award.

EEOC Statement

" Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.