Registered Nurse (RN) Acute Care Oncology (FT Nights 7P-7A) - Oncology

  • Lubbock
  • Umc Health System
Registered Nurse (RN) Acute Care Oncology (FT Nights 7P-7A)

We've learned that what is best for patients is also best for employees. Learn more about why we are one of the Best Companies to Work for in Texas. 4 East is a complex and fast paced 33 bed Medical Surgical unit that specializes in the care of oncology patients. Our goal on 4 East is to provide exceptional nursing care with a caring and compassionate focus while allowing the patients their dignity during their stay with us. We take a holistic approach to our care not only to include the patient, but the family, and other care givers to the patient as well. We collaborate with other departments using a multidisciplinary approach to ensure that our patients get the best, most efficient, and quality care. Our nurses are required to obtain the UMC Chemo certification and have the opportunity and are encouraged to obtain other national certifications such a medical surgical and oncology nurse certification. Working on 4 East is an opportunity to be a part of a family and enhance your nursing, time management, and critical thinking skill. Registered professional nurse who assesses, implements or delegates, plans, and evaluates total nursing care and functions in accordance with established philosophy, providing and directing patient care for a group of patients. Relates effectively with other shifts/departments for optimal continuity of care. Qualifications: * Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing * Valid Texas RN License/Eligible Compact License * Must maintain a current BLS certification from American Heart Association * BSN required or must be obtained within 3 years * Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) or Med-surg certification preferred and encouraged * UMC Chemo certification required within 1 year of hire. UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. * Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.*