Head Nurse - Oncology jobs in Windham, ME

Summary

For a limited time MaineHealth is offering up to $10,000 sign on for Registered Nurses with 0-1.99 years of experience and $20,000 for experienced Registered Nurses with 2  years of experience!

• Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a Full or Part time RN position.
  Bonus amount prorated for Part time hires, per diem hires are ineligible.
• Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months separation from employment.

What we do here changes the world. Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America. That’s where you come in.

Once you join us you won't want to leave. We want to take care of the team that cares for our communities. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:

• Paid Time Off (PTO):  The longer you stay, the more time off you’ll accrue!
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Paid Family Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!
• Wellness programs that include: Health and well-being, employee assistance, financial and emotional well-being, healthy payback programs and much more!

How did we become recognized as one of America's Best Large Employers in 2022 by Forbes? It's simple: we believe in investing in our care team.

• You’re valued. In 2021 alone, MaineHealth invested over $100 million in compensation for our team.
• Your safety comes first. We prioritize the health and safety of all care team members, providing appropriate personal protective equipment, testing and access to additional wellness benefits.
• Your career matters. Learn and grow with MaineHealth through our training and education opportunities.

Your Role:

The Oncology RN is a multi-faceted position responsible for supporting physicians and APPs in the overall care of Oncology and Hematology patients. Responsibilities include working as a team with RNs, MAs, and providers to perform clinical duties, schedule appointments, triage, and coordinate patient care within the specialty department, community, and across the healthcare system.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

1. 1. Education: Completion of nursing training from an accredited school of nursing, BSN preferred.
   2. License/Certifications: Active State of Maine Nursing License or eligible for licensure. Current BLS required. Obtains ONS certification card within one year of hire. Maintains active ONS certification once obtained.
   3. Experience: Minimum one-year’s nursing experience required.
   4. Knowledge of nursing processes; health care systems, structure, and functions; and community resources.
   5. Knowledge of chart/medical record documentation requirements and federal/state laws related to release of health care information.
   6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary for interacting with patients, physicians, supervisors, and other staff.
   7. Skill in time management, problem solving, multitasking, prioritizing and medical care coordination.
   8. Ability to read and interpret physicians’ orders and notes from other providers.
   9. Ability to calculate and administer drug dosages, injections, and measure results.
   10. Ability to organize and accomplish multiple tasks and to have the flexibility to meet changing demands daily.
   11. Ability to maintain a professional manner even under stressful situations.
   12. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
   13. Proficient computer skills.
   14. Adhere to all RN requirements.