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In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington.
RN, Medical Oncology (Resource)
Job Locations
US-OR-Portland
Requisition ID
2026-42782
Position Category
Nursing-RN
Position Type
Relief/Flex/Resource
Job Type
ONA union represented
Department
Adult Medical Oncology
Salary Range
$63.54 - $96.66 per hour with offer based on experience, education and internal equity (Resource)
FTE
0.00
Schedule
Variable
HR Mission
Healthcare
Drug Testable
Yes
Department Overview
Our primary teams are Medical Oncology/Cellular Therapy/Radiation Oncology: Stem cell Transplant, Immune cell therapy including CAR-T and TIL, Gene Therapy, Chemotherapy, GVHD, pain crisis, failure to thrive, and end of life. Unit has 64 patient care beds.
Function/Duties of Position
We perform over
200
allogeneic and autologous stem cell transplants annually, that serves adult patients diagnosed with hematological malignancies. These patients are typically receiving high-dose chemotherapy and biotherapy with or without stem cell transplantation.
Patients are typically immunocompromised and may experience severe infections, graft versus host disease, and other severe side effects of chemotherapy. Additionally, these patients are facing life-threatening illnesses and often have complex psychosocial needs. The patients on this unit are cared for by a multi-disciplinary team which includes attending physicians, registered nurses, nurse practitioners and physician's assistants, pharmacists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, dieticians, social workers, and case managers.
The usual nurse to patient ratio is 1:3. There are typically 11 nurses on each 12-hour shift, including the Charge RN.
Required Qualifications
1 year RN experience in Oncology, Bone Marrow Transplant, or Adult inpatient Med/Surg
BSN Graduates: Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing 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) 30 days before start date.
ADN Graduates: Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited program 30 days before the start date.
Associate degree Nurses required to enroll in BSN program within 3 years of hire and complete within 5 years of hire
Current, unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse License
BLS from AHA required. New hires will be enrolled and required to complete during orientation.
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation
Preferred Qualifications
Medical Surgical (CMSRN), Progressive Care (PCCN), or Oncology Specialty certification (OCN)
Chemotherapy Certification or competency
Charge RN Training
Preceptor RN Training
12 Months+ Professional Governance Experience
Additional Details
Length of Orientation – Experienced Nurse
External candidates: OHSU & Nursing New Employee Orientation (NEO) for about a week.
Orientation experience for 3 days-26 weeks depending on the care area.
3 resource positions available
Why apply to OHSU?
We are Oregon's only public academic health center.
In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington.
All are welcome.
OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply.
To request reasonable accommodation, contact askhr@ohsu.edu
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