Registered Nurse (RN) - Oncology
Methodist Hospital
San Antonio, TX
Nights

Shift: Nights (Rotating Weekends)

Description

"When I have a new patient that has just been diagnosed or hospitalized for the first time, as a nurse I get to enter into a partnership with that patient and their families. For the first time in history, we're able to say people are living longer and better quality lives with cancer and to be able to be a part of that is huge. It makes my job as a nurse purposeful and psychologically fulfilling."

- Shannon, Oncology RN at HCA Healthcare

As an Oncology nurse at Methodist Hospital Stone Oak, you’ll stand alongside patients and their families receiving treatment for various cancers, be on the forefront of cutting-edge cancer treatments and advancements including immunotherapies and targeted therapies, critically think through cancer treatment administration and patient responses/side effects, educate patients about their diagnoses and treatment options, and strategize and collaborate with a passionate, skilled interdisciplinary team with one collaborative goal of providing personalized, high-quality care to patients during their cancer journeys.

Position Details:

• Patient Population consists primarily of Oncology patients with various cancer diagnoses receiving treatments including but not limited to chemotherapy, immunotherapies, targeted therapies and treatment of side effects from cancer or cancer treatments
• Average patient length of stay can be a few days to several weeks depending on patient acuity; therefore, this is a great place to build relationships with patients
• Self/Preferential Scheduling posted four weeks in advance
• Supportive, visible leadership that promotes a collaborative, respectful team culture where nurses are empowered to ask questions, seek help, and provide valuable input
• Staffing Support from CNAs/PCTs, Charge Nurses, and an RN float pool internal to HCA Healthcare that is available as a staffing resource as needed
• Rounding with CNCs to ensure your voice is heard on suggestions for patient care
• Minimal Floating with core staff to be the last to float
• Overtime not mandatory, but usually available when desired by RN
• Growth opportunities into leadership roles, advancement in the Oncology nursing field such as Bone Marrow Transplant, Oncology Clinics, Cancer Research/Clinical Trials Nursing, Oncology Nurse Navigator, Oncology Coordinator and more; or cross-train into other acute care areas of nursing such as Progressive or Intensive Care, Women’s Services, Emergency Department, PACU and more

What you will do in this role:

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care while managing evidence-based practices and continuous improvement initiatives
• Be an integral member of a dynamic interdisciplinary team – consisting of the provider(s), therapy, and more
• Consistently apply the nursing process, critical thinking skills, scientific judgment, technical skills and leadership to independently deliver safe nursing care to patients 
• Assess patient condition, monitor throughout your shift, and document changes in patient condition along with the care provided thoroughly
• Educate patients and families/caregivers about the patient’s medical condition, treatment and follow-up measures

What qualifications you will need:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• Current Registered Nurse License in the State of Texas or Multi-State Compact License (Employees with RN Compact License are required to obtain Texas RN License within 90 days of hire date)
• Bachelor's Degree, Associate's Degree, or Registered Nurse Diploma
• A minimum of one year employment experience as a Registered Nurse in any setting (short or long-term acute care, home health, etc)

Note: We are able to train or upskill candidates without direct Oncology experience as part of a thorough, extended unit orientation

Benefits:

• HCA Healthcare offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues, including:
• Comprehensive health benefits at industry-low premiums for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Mental Health and Well-Being support, including free counseling and referral services
• Generous Time Away From Work including extended paid parental leave for both parents, long- and short-term disability coverage and personal leaves of absence
• Retirement Planning and Savings resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan repayment assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Fertility, Family Building, and Adoption Assistance
• Additional benefits including life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts to hundreds of products and services

Learn more about Employee Benefits 

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location

About Methodist Hospital Stone Oak:
Methodist Hospital Stone Oak is equipped with the most modern technology available. With over 280 beds, services include emergency care, general surgery, obstetrics and gynecology, neonatology, oncology, neurosurgery, orthopedics, and acute rehab services. Methodist Hospital Stone Oak is accredited by the Joint Commission as a Primary Stroke Center and Chest Pain Center. The stroke rehabilitation program has received the Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification of Stroke Rehabilitation. We belong to the Texas Institute for Robotic Surgery. Our surgeons and technology offer minimally invasive options to patients. Surgeons from around the country come to train under our world class team. The hospital has been recognized by Leapfrog’s Hospital Safety Grade A and by Modern Healthcare as one of the Top 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare. We have also been recognized as a Joint Commission Top Performer on Key Quality Measures®. Finally, by Medicare.gov as #1 in San Antonio and #6 in the entire nation. The hospital is 1 of only 102 hospitals to receive Medicare.gov’s 5-star rating. Join our team to be part of the innovation.

 We are actively interviewing candidates for our Registered Nurse Oncology opening.

Apply today and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will reach out!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.