The Staff Pad·Helena, Montana
Provide direct and indirect patient care within the Oncology Unit, applying the nursing process and holistic principles. Responsibilities include administering chemotherapy, educating patients and families, and mentoring new nursing staff.
The Staff Pad is proud to partner with a leading healthcare provider in Helena, MT to hire a compassionate and skilled Oncology Registered Nurse (RN). If you're passionate about delivering exceptional, patient-centered oncology care and thrive in a collaborative environment, we'd love to connect with you. The Oncology RN delivers high-quality, holistic, family-centered care by utilizing the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. This role provides direct and indirect care to oncology patients while demonstrating compassion, professionalism, and clinical excellence.
Nights | 0.75 FTE What You’ll Do
Deliver safe, compassionate, patient-centered oncology nursing care Assess, prioritize, and respond to patients' physical and psychosocial needs Administer chemotherapy safely with thorough knowledge of medications, administration methods, and handling procedures Educate patients and families on chemotherapy, side effects, medication management, body image changes, and safe handling of body fluids Provide emotional support for patients and families throughout treatment, including end-of-life care Communicate patient status and clinical changes effectively with physicians and the care team Serve as a mentor and resource for new or less experienced nurses Respond quickly and accurately to changes in patient condition Perform general nursing duties in other departments as needed with appropriate supervision What We Are Looking For
Demonstrated ability to perform successfully as an Oncology Registered Nurse Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Previous oncology nursing experience preferred, with a strong commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-focused care Licensure & Certifications Current Montana Registered Nurse license required BLS certification required; Oncology Nursing Certification preferred Completion of a Chemotherapy/Oncology course and competency to administer chemotherapy required within 6–12 months of hire Ongoing chemotherapy education and annual competency maintenance required Skills & Attributes Strong critical thinking, organization, and multitasking abilities Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Compassionate, empathetic, and non-judgmental approach to patient care Adaptable and flexible in a changing clinical environment Able to manage deadlines, challenging situations, and multiple priorities What You Can Expect
Competitive Compensation Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Long & Short-Term Disability Coverage, HSA& FSA Options Generous PTO, Vacation days, holidays & sick leave Tuition Assistance & Reimbursement 403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match Cafeteria, Health Club Membership & Affordable Child Care Success Share Payout Compensation is reviewed annually to remain competitive with industry standards. If you're seeking a meaningful opportunity to deliver skilled, compassionate oncology care in a supportive, collaborative environment while helping patients and families navigate their treatment journey, we encourage you to apply today. Join a team dedicated to making a lasting difference in the lives of oncology patients while advancing your professional growth and nursing career.
Requires a degree from an accredited nursing school and a current Montana Registered Nurse License with BLS certification. Previous oncology experience is preferred, and chemotherapy competency validation is required within a year of hire.
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