OneOncology·Smyrna, Tennessee
The Registered Nurse provides skilled nursing care and clinical support within a plastic surgery clinic, assisting surgeons with in-office procedures. Responsibilities include managing pre- and post-operative patient education, wound care, and coordinating surgical preparation.
Tennessee Oncology, one of the nation’s largest, community-based cancer care specialists, is home to one of the leading clinical trial networks in the country.
Established 1976 in Nashville, Tennessee Oncology’s mission remains unchanged: To provide access to high-quality cancer care and the expertise of clinical research for all patients, at convenient locations within their community and close to their home.
Our growing network of physicians and locations is based on this mission.
Tennessee Oncology is committed to advancing both the science of detection and targeted treatments, and to making these advances available to every patient.
We believe caring for cancer patients is a privilege.
Why Join Us? We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides skilled nursing care and patient support within a plastic surgery clinic. The RN works closely with plastic surgeons, advanced practice providers, and the clinical team to deliver safe, high-quality, and compassionate care. This role involves pre-operative and post-operative patient education, clinical support during in-office procedures, coordination of care, and ensuring an exceptional patient experience.
Provide direct patient care in the clinic, including assessments, vital signs, medication administration, and wound/dressing care.
Educate patients and families on pre- and post-operative instructions, recovery expectations, and treatment plans.
Perform pre-operative assessments, coordinate necessary testing, and assist with patient preparation.
Deliver post-operative care, including monitoring for complications and managing drains or dressings.
Assist surgeons with in-office procedures (e.g., minor surgical interventions, injections).
Document all patient encounters accurately and timely in the electronic medical record (EMR).
Complete and process patient paperwork, including FMLA forms, ensuring accurate submission to the appropriate parties.
Submit surgeon’s orders (e.g., anesthesia, antibiotics) to hospitals prior to patient appointments and surgeries to ensure readiness on the day of surgery.
Maintain patient rooms, including restocking supplies and communicating supply needs to management.
Ensure compliance with infection prevention protocols, sterile techniques, and surgical clinic standards.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Market context
In Tennessee, nursing roles often stay active because hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings need licensed RNs who can cover full-time schedules and rotating shifts. These positions can be competitive when they include weekend, holiday, and call coverage, since employers usually look for candidates who can balance clinical skill with schedule flexibility. On this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, helping you review key details faster before applying.