We strive to be a unified team of expert clinicians, administrators, and support staff that provides our patients with exceptional, compassionate care through strong leadership, clear communication, focused education, and evidence-based practice. We are the Adult Medical-Surgical Oncology Inpatient Care Unit for OHSU. Our primary teams are Surgical Oncology, Medical Oncology, General Surgery, Bone Marrow Transplant, Neurological Oncology, Otolaryngology, Gynecology Oncology, and Radiation Oncology. We collaborate with PT/OT, Dietitians, Pharmacy, Social Work, Case Management, Speech and Language Pathologists and other members of the multidisciplinary health care team to provide exceptional care for our patients. Our unit has 30 private beds and provides care for our Bone Marrow Transplant patients who require Positive Pressure Airflow Isolation. In addition, we support the Hepatic Arterial Infusion Pump program with Nuclear Medicine.

 

As the specialty referral center for Oregon, Southwest Washington, Idaho, Montana, Alaska and Northern California, OHSU has one of the highest case mix indexes of any U.S. academic health center.

 

Come be a part of our world-class healthcare team at OHSU and find your calling as a registered nurse in Adult Medical and Surgical Oncology!

 

We offer:

• A rich practice environment, with complex cases and more medical and surgical services than any other program in Oregon
• Hands-on orientation through our Transition to Practice program
• Excellent benefits

You will bring your nursing skills and expertise to our team of specialists working together to provide the best possible care. You will enjoy unmatched opportunities to learn and be inspired at Oregon’s only public academic health center.

 

You will be part of our professional culture of safety, collaborative decision-making, innovation, life-long learning and teamwork. As an OHSU RN, your care delivery will be consistent with:

• The Oregon Nurse Practice Act
• The ANA Scope and Standards of Practice
• The ANA Code of Ethics
• The Onsomble Model of the Professional Role™

Minimum requirements for all Nurses:

• 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 at time of hire and must be issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) or Military Training Network branch of AHA (upload documentation with online application) 
• BLS must not expire during orientation  
• Ability to perform the job duties with or without accommodation

Department Specific Requirements:

• 2-years of current nursing experience in adult acute care, adult intermediate care, and/or emergency department observation.

 

Transition to Practice (TTP) Program Individualized Orientation Schedule tailored to applicant's needs:

 

Our learning program is unique. You will receive a fellowship program tailored to your development needs for this specialty; which could be for 4 weeks and up to six months.

 

Transition to hired shift may be delayed for a temporary reassignment due to individual development needs and skill mix of the employees on the unit or the hires shift at any given time.

 

This role is subject to a collective bargaining agreement with the Oregon Nurses Association (ONA). 

• Internal applicants: Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited program
• Experienced Oncology RNs preferred

1 position available

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.