Radiation Oncology Nurse - PRN

About the Position

We are seeking a Radiation Oncology Nurse - PRN to join our team in Traverse City, Michigan. This role involves providing direct and indirect nursing care to patients undergoing radiation therapy.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Mission, Vision, and Values of Munson Healthcare.
• Embraces and supports the Performance Improvement philosophy of Munson Healthcare.
• Promotes personal and patient safety.
• Uses effective customer service/interpersonal skills at all times.
• Performs direct patient care and implements the radiation oncologist’s orders.
• Patient liaison for inside and outside resources and identifies the need for referral to support services.
• Responsible for systematically assessing the health care needs of patient’s plan of care, implementation, and evaluation throughout the course of treatment.
• Coordinates care of patients and directs assistive personnel in order to provide safe, effective, efficient, equitable, and timely patient-centered care.
• Communicates effectively in the exchange of information with other health professionals to determine health care needs of both patients and families.
• Assesses the patient’s ability to learn and provides health-related material and education for patients and families on radiation treatment, side effects, and management.
• Prepares equipment and assists physician with examinations and brachytherapy procedures.
• Triage patients for the need of emergent care.
• Track and manage tests ordered during the course of treatment.
• Administer medications as prescribed by the physician.
• Attend meetings for process and development, maintain continuing education, and required certifications.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan in good standing.
• Minimum of 2 years of oncology experience required.
• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification within 2 years of hire.
• For those hired into an RN position prior to January 1, 2009, it is encouraged to obtain a BSN. For those hired into an RN position after January 1st, 2009, it is required to obtain a BSN within 10 years of start date. For those hired into an RN position after January 1st, 2015, it is required to obtain a BSN within 5 years of start date.
• Demonstrates exceptional professional role model behavior that supports initiatives in a positive and consistent manner.
• Demonstrates clinical competence and accountability of practice.
• Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrates the ability to organize, identify, and change priorities.
• Demonstrates participation in organizational CFCC process improvements.

We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment

About the Company

More Than Just Care, It’s Community

Imagine doing meaningful work in a place where people vacation. That’s life at Munson Healthcare - northern Michigan’s largest healthcare system, with eight award-winning community hospitals serving over half a million residents across 29 counties.

If you want a career in healthcare and a lifestyle most people only dream about – with freshwater lakes, scenic trails, charming downtowns, a vibrant arts scene, and endless outdoor adventures - you might just be Munson Material. To us, that means teammates who live by our values of excellence, teamness, positivity, creativity, and a commitment to creating exceptional experiences for our patients and each other. Join a team that delivers outstanding care in one of the most beautiful regions in the country.

Invested in You

• Grow: Tuition reimbursement, in-person and online development, and access to our career hub to help you advance.
• Thrive: Full benefits, paid holidays, generous PTO, employee discounts, and free individual retirement counseling.
• Be Well: Free wellness platform for you and your family, plus personalized support for personal or family challenges.
• Be Heard: Share your ideas and help shape the way we work through improvement huddles, employee surveys, and town hall meetings.

Are you Munson Material? Apply today!