Oregon Health & Science University·Portland, Oregon
Provide compassionate, evidence-based care to oncology patients, specifically those with hematologic malignancies and cellular therapy needs. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including radiation oncology, pharmacy, and social work to ensure exceptional patient outcomes.
Department Overview The OHSU Clinical registered nurse (RN) provides compassionate, evidence-based, and efficient care to individuals, families, communities and patient populations.
The Clinical RNs care delivery is consistent with the Oregon Nurse Practice Act, the American Nurses Association (ANA) Scope and Standards of Practice, and the ANA Code of Ethics.
The Clinical RN demonstrates the professional role obligations of scientist, leader, practitioner, and knowledge transferor [Onsomble Model of the Professional Role].
Professional accountability enriches the Clinical RNs engagement as a leader in promoting an inter-professional culture of collaborative decision-making, innovation, life-long learning, and teamwork.
The Clinical RN exemplifies the principles of a Culture of Safety by committing to a Just Culture, a Reporting Culture, Learning Culture, and an Engaged Informed Culture.
This position also comes with great benefits!
Some highlights include: Comprehensive health care plans.
Covered at 100% of the cost for full-time employees and 88% for dependents. $50K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee Two separate above market pension plans to choose from Vacation - 192 to 288 hours per year depending on length of service, prorated for part-time Holidays - up to 64 holiday hours per calendar year (employees accrue .0308 holiday hours for each hour paid – included in vacation accruals) Sick Leave - 96 hours per year, prorated for part-time Substantial public transportation discounts (Tri-met and C-Tran) Tuition Reimbursement Innovative Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including extensive wellness resources Function/Duties of Position The Adult Ambulatory Oncology Clinic at OHSU Center for Health and Healing, building 2 (CHH2) serves patients within Medical Oncology, Hematologic Malignancies, Cellular Therapy, Gynecologic Oncology, Palliative Care and Classical Hematology.
We collaborate with Radiation Oncology, Surgical Oncology, Infusion services, Dietitians, Pharmacy, Social Work, Case Management and other members of the multidisciplinary health care team to provide exceptional oncology care for our patients and community.
This position works with Hematologic Malignancy and Cellular Therapy patients.
Department Specific Working Conditions: Hybrid work schedule with variable 8 or 10-hour days Monday-Friday.
Must be able to work in a busy clinic environment and prioritize duties with multiple interruptions throughout the day.
Must be able to use medical and non-medical unit equipment required to perform essential functions of this position.
Required Qualifications Three years of Oncology nursing experience within the past five years 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 Unencumbered Washington RN license or WA Multi-state Compact license with a Washington residence within 3 months of date of hire.
The RN must have one of the following: Current OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse) certification or Current BMTCN (Blood and Marrow Transplant Certified Nurse) or Complete 18 cancer related continuing education nursing contact hours each accreditation cycle, per Commission on Cancer requirements.
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
Ambulatory Oncology coordination experience preferred. Additional Details Length of Orientation – Experienced Nurse External candidates: OHSU & Nursing New Employee Orientation (NEO) for about a week. Either Transition to Practice (TTP) Program Specialty Fellowship/Fellowship Learning Pathway or Orientation experience for 3 days-26 weeks depending on the care area. An employment service agreement may apply. 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
Requires a BSN or ADN (with BSN completion plan) and a current Oregon RN license. Must have three years of oncology nursing experience within the last five years and hold OCN or BMTCN certification or equivalent continuing education.
Market context
In Oregon, nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings, especially for candidates with acute-care experience and current licensure. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for an accredited nursing degree, an active RN license, BLS certification, and prior experience, with added value for those who can complete NIH Stroke Scale certification quickly. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your license status and prepare examples of recent patient-care experience before applying.
