Job Description:
Ask about our new pay rates and opportunities for multiple pay raises each year **Cooley Dickinson is the hospital for nurses to learn, grow and accelerate their career. We are seeking professionals who are committed to the highest quality patient care and will contribute to our on-going pursuit of excellence.Our Nurse Residency Program and Specialty-specific orientation programs provide our new nurses with increased clinical support and education during orientation.About UsWith energy and purpose, Cooley Dickinson Health Care, a member of the Mass General Brigham system, is advancing health care in western Massachusetts, and has been since 1886. Our network employs more than 2,000 medical professionals and support staff, at our main Hospital campus in Northampton and additional locations in twelve towns throughout the Pioneer Valley. Cooley Dickinson’s VNA & Hospice is also a vital part of our network, providing home-based services throughout Hampshire and Franklin counties.Accolades and RecognitionOur Staff Has Been Consistently Recognized For The Quality Of Care And Commitment To Patient Safety Provided On a Daily Basis. Some Of These Awards IncludeCenters for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) 5-star rating The American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) Beacon Award for Excellence Human Rights Campaign Foundation LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader designation The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) awarded a Level 3 Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation (GEDA)Baby-Friendly USA designated Baby-Friendly Hospital Our BenefitsIn addition to competitive pay, all Cooley Dickinson employees who work 20 hours or more per week have access to the following benefits with no waiting period: a range of health, dental, vision, prescription and life insurance benefits a generous and flexible Earned Time Off program starting at six weeks accrual per year 403(b) retirement plan with various investment options opportunities and support for continued education including tuition reimbursementThe Cancer Center RN provides patient-centered care in the Mass General Cancer Center at Cooley Dickinson Hospital that includes but is not limited to chemotherapy administration, patient education, care planning, symptom management, and coordination of outpatient services. The Cancer Center RN works collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team in providing high-quality care to address the many complex care issues of Cancer Center patients and their caregivers. The Cancer Center RN practices according to ANA and ONS standards of care.This position reports to the Clinical Nursing Manager, Cancer Center and operates within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures.Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing required; BSN preferredFor candidates who do not have a BSN, a minimum of one (1) to two (2) years of experience in ambulatory oncology required.Licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as a Registered Nurse (RN) requiredOncology Nurse certification (OCN) required after 2 years of hire or after reaching 2,000 hours of oncology nursing practice.Current American Heart Association BLS certification required Demonstrated leadership skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to practice independently and as a team member requiredKnowledge of basic computer skills requiredAbility to maintain patient confidentiality requiredAbility to communicate effectively with patients, peers, physicians, and family members requiredPrimary LocationMA-Northampton-CDH Cooley Dickinson HospitalWork LocationsCDH Cooley Dickinson HospitalJobRegistered NurseOrganizationCooley Dickinson Hospital (CDH)SchedulePer DiemStandard Hours1ShiftDay JobEmployee StatusLimited Term / Per DiemRecruiting DepartmentCDH Cancer CenterJob PostingDec 6, 2024