Massachusetts General Hospital
Radiation Oncology Nurse Per Diem BWH
Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Staff Nurse – Radiation Oncology – Per Diem – Rotating – BWH Boston – Ambulatory
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Responsibilities
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for a complex patient population.
Provide patient and family education, clinical support, and psychosocial/emotional support before, during, and after treatment.
Care for patients during brachytherapy procedures and external beam treatments.
Provide care to adult and pediatric patients.
Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary team members at BWH, DFCI, and partnering institutions.
Apply clinical expertise, critical thinking, and collaborative practice to deliver current cancer care and clinical research.
Report directly to the Radiation Oncology RN Flow Manager.
Perform procedures and point-of-care testing as ordered.
Job Summary The Registered Nurse is a professional nurse registered in Massachusetts responsible for planning, providing, and evaluating patient care in accordance with Nursing Standards of Care. They demonstrate initiative, knowledge, and clinical skills in caring for patients with complex needs and are accountable to a designated nurse manager or supervisor.
Essential Functions
Clinical Practice
– Organize care, assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation; set priorities and communicate effectively.
Quality of Care
– Document patient care clearly; develop comprehensive plans of care, education, and discharge; participate in quality improvement programs; administer medication safely; perform nursing procedures; utilize universal precautions.
Coordination/Collaboration
– Interact professionally with patients, families, and colleagues; collaborate with other disciplines; uphold ANA code of ethics.
Education
– Pursue personal and professional growth; share knowledge; participate in educational programs.
Research
– Apply nursing research findings and support investigators.
Budget
– Use time and materials efficiently; support cost‑effective care.
Personnel
– Orient new staff; evaluate staff; manage unit responsibilities; recommend policy changes.
Qualifications
Graduate of an approved school of nursing with current registration in Massachusetts.
1‑2 years of oncology experience required; 2 years current radiation oncology experience preferred; procedural and pediatric experience preferred.
Oncology Nursing Certification and PALs certification preferred.
Schedule
Department hours approximately 6:30 am‑7:00 pm; nurses work four 10‑hour shifts, Monday‑Friday with occasional weekends.
Working Conditions Work in environments with exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials such as chemotherapeutic agents, blood, radioisotopes, and radiation. Work entails walking and lifting.
Skills and Abilities Basic analytic thinking, observational skills, prioritization, functioning under stress, interpersonal and communication skills, application of hospital standards, teamwork, respect, time and priority management.
Supervisory Responsibility Functionally responsible for the supervision of other RNs, technical and support personnel.
Remote Type Onsite
Work Location 45 Francis Street
Pay Range $41.71 – $105.65 / Hourly
EEO Statement The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and other status protected under law. The hospital will provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities for the application and interview process. For accommodation inquiries, contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
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Responsibilities
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for a complex patient population.
Provide patient and family education, clinical support, and psychosocial/emotional support before, during, and after treatment.
Care for patients during brachytherapy procedures and external beam treatments.
Provide care to adult and pediatric patients.
Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary team members at BWH, DFCI, and partnering institutions.
Apply clinical expertise, critical thinking, and collaborative practice to deliver current cancer care and clinical research.
Report directly to the Radiation Oncology RN Flow Manager.
Perform procedures and point-of-care testing as ordered.
Job Summary The Registered Nurse is a professional nurse registered in Massachusetts responsible for planning, providing, and evaluating patient care in accordance with Nursing Standards of Care. They demonstrate initiative, knowledge, and clinical skills in caring for patients with complex needs and are accountable to a designated nurse manager or supervisor.
Essential Functions
Clinical Practice
– Organize care, assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation; set priorities and communicate effectively.
Quality of Care
– Document patient care clearly; develop comprehensive plans of care, education, and discharge; participate in quality improvement programs; administer medication safely; perform nursing procedures; utilize universal precautions.
Coordination/Collaboration
– Interact professionally with patients, families, and colleagues; collaborate with other disciplines; uphold ANA code of ethics.
Education
– Pursue personal and professional growth; share knowledge; participate in educational programs.
Research
– Apply nursing research findings and support investigators.
Budget
– Use time and materials efficiently; support cost‑effective care.
Personnel
– Orient new staff; evaluate staff; manage unit responsibilities; recommend policy changes.
Qualifications
Graduate of an approved school of nursing with current registration in Massachusetts.
1‑2 years of oncology experience required; 2 years current radiation oncology experience preferred; procedural and pediatric experience preferred.
Oncology Nursing Certification and PALs certification preferred.
Schedule
Department hours approximately 6:30 am‑7:00 pm; nurses work four 10‑hour shifts, Monday‑Friday with occasional weekends.
Working Conditions Work in environments with exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials such as chemotherapeutic agents, blood, radioisotopes, and radiation. Work entails walking and lifting.
Skills and Abilities Basic analytic thinking, observational skills, prioritization, functioning under stress, interpersonal and communication skills, application of hospital standards, teamwork, respect, time and priority management.
Supervisory Responsibility Functionally responsible for the supervision of other RNs, technical and support personnel.
Remote Type Onsite
Work Location 45 Francis Street
Pay Range $41.71 – $105.65 / Hourly
EEO Statement The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and other status protected under law. The hospital will provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities for the application and interview process. For accommodation inquiries, contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
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