Smilow Cancer Hospital
Specialty hospital in New Haven, CT
From 7 postings and the employer’s site · Employer research Jul 3, 2026Sources
The short version
Smilow Cancer Hospital is a specialized cancer treatment facility located in New Haven, Connecticut, and is part of the Yale New Haven Health System (YNHHS).
Employer research, Jul 3, 2026
Who it fits
Best fit
- Oncology nurses: 4 of 7 roles
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The hard parts
Oncology nursing can be emotionally demanding due to the nature of cancer patient care
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As a specialty hospital, career mobility may be more limited compared to a full-service hospital system
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High acuity oncology patient population may present complex clinical challenges
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What to ask
- How is base pay set for the role, and which differentials apply?
- Which shifts are open, and what are the weekend, holiday and call rules?
- How long is orientation, and will I have one preceptor?
- What is the usual patient load, and how often do nurses float?
Common questions
Which units are hiring?
Oncology (4), general (1), med surg (1) and urogynecology (1).
How do I apply?
Choose a role and press Apply. Your application comes to our team, we send it to Smilow Cancer Hospital, and we tell you what happens next.
Current openings at Smilow Cancer Hospital
Sources
- ynhh.org/locations/new-haven-35-park-street-smilow
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