Oregon Health & Science University
RN, Oncology Float Pool
Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Adult Ambulatory Oncology Float Pool
The Adult Ambulatory Oncology Float Pool provides skilled and flexible clinical staffing across the full continuum of ambulatory oncology care. Float Pool team members are cross‑trained to support a variety of adult oncology specialties and care environments, including all outpatient clinics and infusion centers. Staff are deployed based on operational needs and fluctuating staffing demands to ensure safe, efficient, and high‑quality care delivery throughout the oncology service line.
Benefits
Comprehensive health‑care plans. Covered at 100% of the cost for full‑time employees and 88% for dependents.
$50,000 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 based on length of service, prorated for part‑time.
Holidays – up to 64 holiday hours per calendar year.
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.
Responsibilities and Duties In the ambulatory setting, Float Pool staff work closely with the KCI Ambulatory Oncology Clinics to provide nursing support across the South Waterfront and various Community Hematology/Oncology (Hem/Onc) locations. Duties include:
Providing nursing care for patients with solid tumor medical and surgical oncology, gynecologic oncology, radiation oncology, neuro oncology, and benign hematology.
Managing patients with hematologic malignancies such as leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma, and myelodysplastic syndrome, including high‑dose chemotherapy and biotherapy, cellular therapies, stem‑cell transplants, and immune effector cell therapies.
Delivering infusion services and supporting innovative clinical programs such as Hepatic Arterial Infusion Pump, Early Phase Clinical Trials, Surgical Oncology programs, and OHSU Cellular Therapy Programs.
Collaborating with multidisciplinary team members—including dietitians, pharmacists, social workers, case managers, and other oncology specialists—to provide holistic and coordinated patient care.
Maintaining annual and just‑in‑time competencies and health compliance requirements as defined by the organization, unit leadership, regulatory agencies, and evidence‑based practice standards.
Patient Populations Supported
Hematologic malignancies: leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma, myelodysplastic syndrome, and patients receiving cellular therapies such as allogeneic/autologous transplant, CAR‑T, tumor‑infiltrating lymphocyte therapy, donor lymphocyte infusion.
Medical oncology: sarcoma, head and neck, breast, lung, gastrointestinal/genitourinary (GI/GU), prostate, and other solid tumors.
Classical hematology: bleeding disorders, clotting disorders, anemia, platelet and white blood cell disorders.
Specialized infusion populations: patients receiving complex or investigational therapies available through the CHO Ambulatory Oncology Infusion Unit.
Required Qualifications
Minimum of three (3) years of oncology nursing experience.
One oncology qualification: Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy/Biotherapy professional certification, or Oregon Health and Science University NCI Collaborative Systemic Cancer Therapies for the Oncology Nurse course, or Oregon Health and Science University NCI Collaborative 2‑year renewal course.
One professional certification or Commission on Cancer education requirement: Oncology Nurse Certification (OCN) or Bone Marrow Transplant Nurse Certification (BMTCN).
Completion of 36 cancer‑related continuing education nursing contact hours each accreditation cycle, per Commission on Cancer.
BSN graduates: Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from a program accredited by CCNE, ACEN, or CNEA completed 30 days before start date.
ADN graduates: Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited program 30 days before start date.
Associate‑degree nurses must enroll in a BSN program within 3 years of hire and complete within 5 years of hire.
Current, unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse License.
BLS certification at time of hire, issued by the American Heart Association (AHA). Must not expire during orientation.
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation.
Orientation and Additional Details
External candidates: OHSU & Nursing New Employee Orientation (NEO) approximately one 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.
Equity and Inclusion Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the affirmative action and equal opportunity department at 503‑494‑5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.
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Benefits
Comprehensive health‑care plans. Covered at 100% of the cost for full‑time employees and 88% for dependents.
$50,000 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 based on length of service, prorated for part‑time.
Holidays – up to 64 holiday hours per calendar year.
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.
Responsibilities and Duties In the ambulatory setting, Float Pool staff work closely with the KCI Ambulatory Oncology Clinics to provide nursing support across the South Waterfront and various Community Hematology/Oncology (Hem/Onc) locations. Duties include:
Providing nursing care for patients with solid tumor medical and surgical oncology, gynecologic oncology, radiation oncology, neuro oncology, and benign hematology.
Managing patients with hematologic malignancies such as leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma, and myelodysplastic syndrome, including high‑dose chemotherapy and biotherapy, cellular therapies, stem‑cell transplants, and immune effector cell therapies.
Delivering infusion services and supporting innovative clinical programs such as Hepatic Arterial Infusion Pump, Early Phase Clinical Trials, Surgical Oncology programs, and OHSU Cellular Therapy Programs.
Collaborating with multidisciplinary team members—including dietitians, pharmacists, social workers, case managers, and other oncology specialists—to provide holistic and coordinated patient care.
Maintaining annual and just‑in‑time competencies and health compliance requirements as defined by the organization, unit leadership, regulatory agencies, and evidence‑based practice standards.
Patient Populations Supported
Hematologic malignancies: leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma, myelodysplastic syndrome, and patients receiving cellular therapies such as allogeneic/autologous transplant, CAR‑T, tumor‑infiltrating lymphocyte therapy, donor lymphocyte infusion.
Medical oncology: sarcoma, head and neck, breast, lung, gastrointestinal/genitourinary (GI/GU), prostate, and other solid tumors.
Classical hematology: bleeding disorders, clotting disorders, anemia, platelet and white blood cell disorders.
Specialized infusion populations: patients receiving complex or investigational therapies available through the CHO Ambulatory Oncology Infusion Unit.
Required Qualifications
Minimum of three (3) years of oncology nursing experience.
One oncology qualification: Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy/Biotherapy professional certification, or Oregon Health and Science University NCI Collaborative Systemic Cancer Therapies for the Oncology Nurse course, or Oregon Health and Science University NCI Collaborative 2‑year renewal course.
One professional certification or Commission on Cancer education requirement: Oncology Nurse Certification (OCN) or Bone Marrow Transplant Nurse Certification (BMTCN).
Completion of 36 cancer‑related continuing education nursing contact hours each accreditation cycle, per Commission on Cancer.
BSN graduates: Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from a program accredited by CCNE, ACEN, or CNEA completed 30 days before start date.
ADN graduates: Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited program 30 days before start date.
Associate‑degree nurses must enroll in a BSN program within 3 years of hire and complete within 5 years of hire.
Current, unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse License.
BLS certification at time of hire, issued by the American Heart Association (AHA). Must not expire during orientation.
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation.
Orientation and Additional Details
External candidates: OHSU & Nursing New Employee Orientation (NEO) approximately one 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.
Equity and Inclusion Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the affirmative action and equal opportunity department at 503‑494‑5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.
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