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Description:

At Saint Mary’s Hospital, our Medical Oncology Registered Nurses (RNs) provide specialized, compassionate care to hospitalized patients undergoing cancer treatment. These dedicated professionals play a vital role in administering therapies, managing symptoms, and supporting patients and their families throughout their cancer journey. If you’re passionate about oncology and want to make a meaningful impact, this could be the career for you.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s degree in nursing from an accredited program required; BSN preferred.

• Licensure: Current and valid Connecticut RN license.

• Experience: Minimum of 1 year in an acute inpatient setting.

• Certifications: BLS or CPR certification from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.

Work Schedule:  

Per Diem-Rotating Shifts

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Monitoring: Continuously assess patient conditions, monitor vital signs, administer medications, and document clinical progress.

• Medication Administration: Deliver oncology-specific treatments with attention to accurate dosing, monitoring, and documentation.

• Patient & Family Education: Provide clear, empathetic education on diagnoses, treatments, and self-care strategies.

• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Partner with physicians and healthcare teams to monitor neurological status, cognitive function, motor skills, and sensory responses.

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Mary’s Hospital is a Catholic, not-for-profit, community teaching hospital that has been serving patients in Waterbury, CT, and our surrounding communities since 1909. From the moment you step inside, you'll notice what makes us different: the warmth and attentiveness of our physicians and nurses, the cleanliness of our facilities, and the way we make patients, and their families feel that they are truly being cared for, like a member of our family.  

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.