Nurse Educator- Oncology Clinic
Medical University of South Carolina
Nurse Educator- Oncology Clinic
- R-0000056709
- Charleston, South Carolina
- Nursing
- Nursing, Advanced Practice Providers, & Therapists
- Full Time
- Hospital Authority (MUHA)
Job Description Summary
The Oncology Nurse Educator provides hands-on training in chemotherapy/biotherapy administration, central line care, symptom management, and infusion safety practices. Collaborates with nursing leadership, physicians, and interprofessional team members to support staff competency, orientation, continuing education, and quality improvement initiatives. Develops, implements, and evaluates comprehensive orientation programs for new oncology infusion nurses and ancillary staff. Serves as a content expert for oncology infusion best practices, emerging therapies, and new technologies. Mentors and coaches staff toward career advancement, certification (e.g. OCN®, TCTCN®) and engagement in professional organizations.Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)Worker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type
RegularCost Center
CC000356 CHS - Hollings Chemotherapy (Main)Pay Rate Type
SalaryPay Grade
Health-29Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Work Shift
Day (United States of America)Job Description
$4,000 sign on bonus for ONS (Oncology Nursing Society) Certified Nurses & OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse)
• Both out of state and/or in state qualify
• Not available for internal hires
• The ONS Certification needs to be obtained prior to signing offer letter.
$2,000 sign on bonus for Non-Certified Nurses
• Both out of state and/or in state qualify
• Not available for internal hires
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing is required. Master’s degree from an accredited school of nursing preferred.
Minimum Experience: Minimum three years of applied clinical experience as an RN. Masters Degree in Nursing may be substituted for 1 year of required experience.
Licensure/Certification: Current South Carolina licensure as a registered nurse or compact state required. Relevant certification required within one year of hire (e.g., OCN®, TCTCN®, etc.). Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required. Other certifications may be required to maintain employment for a respective department.
Additional Job Description
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
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