Registered Nurse (RN)- Oncology

The Medical Center of Central Georgia, Inc (MCCG)

Macon, Georgia

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our multidisciplinary team in delivering high-quality care to patients battling cancer. The Medical Center of Central Georgia, Inc (MCCG) is hiring for its own floors, with no agency in between.

Posted Oct 7

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Shift and hours: 3-12hr shifts per week36 hours a week
Unit and setting: Nursing: Medical/Surgical IU 9 Main · Hospital 36 Bed Adult, Medical-Surgical Oncology UnitAdult, Medical-Surgical Oncology
License: RN license Current RN license in the state of Georgia.RN license in the state of Georgia
Term: Permanent Status: Full timeFull time

Do you qualify?

License: RN license in the state of Georgia Current RN license in the state of Georgia. Check your license
Also asks: Strong communication, interpersonal, and patient advocacy skills Strong communication, interpersonal, and patient advocacy skills.
Also asks: Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Also asks: Compassionate, empathetic, and patient-centered approach to care Compassionate, empathetic, and patient-centered approach to care.

What it pays

Pay differential: Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Tuition assistance: Offered
Extra pay: Shift, on call, and more based on teammate's jobbased on a teammate's job
Bonus: Incentive pay for select positions Incentive pay for select positions
Pay reviews: Base compensation listed within the pay range based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or trainingbased on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Pay reviews: Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits

BenefitsBenefits EligibleBenefits Eligible: Yes
BenefitsCompetitive salary and benefits packageCompetitive salary and benefits package.
BenefitsHealth, dental, and vision insuranceHealth, dental, and vision insurance.
BenefitsRetirement savings plan (401k) with employer matchRetirement savings plan (401k) with employer match.
BenefitsPaid time off (PTO) and sick leavePaid time off (PTO) and sick leave.
BenefitsContinuing education and professional development opportunitiesContinuing education and professional development opportunities.

More benefits (18)

BenefitsSupportive work environment with a strong commitment to work-life balanceSupportive work environment with a strong commitment to work-life balance.
BenefitsEmployee wellness programsEmployee wellness programs.
BenefitsPaid Time Off programsPaid Time Off programs
BenefitsHealth and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term DisabilityHealth and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
BenefitsFlexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expensesFlexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
BenefitsFamily benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leaveFamily benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
BenefitsDefined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programsDefined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
BenefitsEducational Assistance ProgramEducational Assistance Program
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k/Retirement
PTO
Disability
FSA
Adoption Assistance
Paid Parental Leave
Wellness Programs

The role and schedule

Unit: 9 Main - Cancer Life Center & Surgical Services 9 Main - Cancer Life Center & Surgical Services
Day to day: Administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and other oncology treatments Administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and other oncology treatments as prescribed by the oncologist.
Day to day: Monitor patient vital signs, lab results, and treatment side effects Monitor patient conditions, including vital signs, lab results, and side effects of treatments.
Day to day: Assess and document symptoms, treatment responses, and overall health status Assess and document patient symptoms, responses to treatment, and overall health status.
Day to day: Provide patient and family education and emotional support Provide education and emotional support to patients and families regarding cancer treatment plans, side effects, and care at home.
Day to day: Collaborate to develop and implement individualized care plans Collaborate with oncologists, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Day to day: Ensure safe medication and treatment administration following protocols Ensure safe administration of medications and treatments, following protocols and safety guidelines.
Day to day: Assist with port access, blood draws, and IV insertion Assist with procedures such as port access, blood draws, and IV insertion.
Day to day: Advocate for patient needs Advocate for patient needs and provide a high level of compassionate care.
Day to day: Participate in patient care conferences and interdisciplinary team meetings Participate in patient care conferences and interdisciplinary team meetings.
Day to day: Stay current with oncology nursing best practices, protocols, and continuing education Stay current with oncology nursing best practices, protocols, and continuing education.
Unit size: 36 Bed 36 Bed Adult, Medical-Surgical Oncology Unit
Hours stated: Days- 7a-7p
Weekends: Rotating Weekends Rotating Weekends and Holidays
On call: On-call rotation
Holidays: Rotating Holidays

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Department

34414 Navicent Health Medical Center - Nursing: Medical/Surgical IU 9 Main

Status

Full time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hou rs Per Week

Schedule Details/Additional Information

3-12hr shifts per week
Days- 7a-7p
Rotating Weekends and Holidays

Pay Range

$38.20 - $57.30 9 Main - Cancer Life Center & Surgical Services 36 Bed Adult, Medical-Surgical Oncology Unit At Atrium Health Navicent, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care to our community. Our 36 bed Oncology Department is committed to offering comprehensive cancer treatment and compassionate support to patients at every stage of their journey. We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our multidisciplinary team in delivering high-quality care to patients battling cancer.

Position Overview

As an Oncology RN, you will provide direct patient care, administer chemotherapy and other treatments, monitor patient progress, educate patients and families, and collaborate with the oncology care team. You will play a key role in ensuring that our patients receive personalized, compassionate care in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

Administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and other oncology treatments as prescribed by the oncologist. Monitor patient conditions, including vital signs, lab results, and side effects of treatments. Assess and document patient symptoms, responses to treatment, and overall health status.

Provide education and emotional support to patients and families regarding cancer treatment plans, side effects, and care at home. Collaborate with oncologists, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans. Ensure safe administration of medications and treatments, following protocols and safety guidelines.

Assist with procedures such as port access, blood draws, and IV insertion. Advocate for patient needs and provide a high level of compassionate care. Participate in patient care conferences and interdisciplinary team meetings.

Stay current with oncology nursing best practices, protocols, and continuing education.

Qualifications

Current RN license in the state of Georgia. Strong communication, interpersonal, and patient advocacy skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Compassionate, empathetic, and patient-centered approach to care.

What we offer

Competitive salary and benefits package. Health, dental, and vision insurance. Retirement savings plan (401k) with employer match. Paid time off (PTO) and sick leave. Continuing education and professional development opportunities. Supportive work environment with a strong commitment to work-life balance. Employee wellness programs. #Indeed123

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise.

It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

What's around it?

In Macon, GA

Macon, GA

Living costs about 12% below the US average

Life in Macon, GA

NeighborhoodsNurses and young professionals concentrating near work tend to land in the College Hill Corridor and Downtown, the city's most walkable pocket between Mercer University and downtown venues, with lofts, renovated apartments, and historic Victorian and bungalow homes that often price above the city median. Vineville and the Ingleside Historic District (on the National Register since 2016) offer tree-lined Craftsman bungalows and Victorian streets, Ingleside's own shops and restaurants about two miles from downtown, and Vineville homes often in the low-to-mid $200s; Reddit locals point young families to Vineville/Ingleside or Beall's Hill. Wesleyan Woods and the North Macon/Riverside Drive corridor are repeatedly named among the safest, with Wesleyan Woods the larger-lot, higher-end in-city choice, while Lake Tobesofkee communities add everyday outdoor recreation without a lakeside premium. Cheaper rental pockets include East Macon, Payne, and North Highlands (1BRs under $900); families chasing stronger schools often look at Forsyth, Lizella, or Bolingbroke as reasonable commutes.

Nurses and young professionals concentrating near work tend to land in the College Hill Corridor and Downtown, the city's most walkable pocket between Mercer University and downtown venues, with lofts, renovated apartments, and historic Victorian and bungalow homes that often price above the city median. Vineville and the Ingleside Historic District (on the National Register since 2016) offer tree-lined Craftsman bungalows and Victorian streets, Ingleside's own shops and restaurants about two miles from downtown, and Vineville homes often in the low-to-mid $200s; Reddit locals point young families to Vineville/Ingleside or Beall's Hill.

Wesleyan Woods and the North Macon/Riverside Drive corridor are repeatedly named among the safest, with Wesleyan Woods the larger-lot, higher-end in-city choice, while Lake Tobesofkee communities add everyday outdoor recreation without a lakeside premium. Cheaper rental pockets include East Macon, Payne, and North Highlands (1BRs under $900); families chasing stronger schools often look at Forsyth, Lizella, or Bolingbroke as reasonable commutes.

Sources

As of Sep 11, 2026Source 1: 10federalstorage.com Source 2: afrealtygroup.com Source 3: macon-newsroom.com Source 4: reddit.com Source 5: facebook.com

Getting aroundDowntown and College Hill put Atrium Health Navicent, Mercer University, and downtown venues within short drives or walking distance—the only pocket sources call truly walkable. Macon sits at the I-75 and I-16 crossroads, with Atlanta to the north and Savannah to the southeast; Jones County is a 30–50 minute drive for a rural setup, and Forsyth, Lizella, and Bolingbroke are described as reasonable commutes with more affordable fixer-uppers. Traffic is listed among local cons, but sources do not detail hospital-campus parking or named transit lines.

Downtown and College Hill put Atrium Health Navicent, Mercer University, and downtown venues within short drives or walking distance—the only pocket sources call truly walkable. Macon sits at the I-75 and I-16 crossroads, with Atlanta to the north and Savannah to the southeast; Jones County is a 30–50 minute drive for a rural setup, and Forsyth, Lizella, and Bolingbroke are described as reasonable commutes with more affordable fixer-uppers.

Traffic is listed among local cons, but sources do not detail hospital-campus parking or named transit lines.

Sources

As of Sep 11, 2026Source 1: 10federalstorage.com Source 2: afrealtygroup.com Source 3: macon-newsroom.com Source 4: facebook.com Source 5: youtube.com

OutdoorsAmerson River Park covers about 180 acres of upland forest and high bluffs on the Ocmulgee River, with roughly seven miles of trails and popular river floats used to beat the Georgia heat. Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park pairs walking trails with 12,000 years of continuous human habitation; Tatnall Square Park sits next to Mercer's campus as a go-to for playgrounds and scenery. Lake Tobesofkee communities weave lakeside recreation into daily life without a lakeside price premium. Jones County, 30–50 minutes out, adds Oconee National Forest hiking and camping plus Piedmont National Wildlife Refuge; flowering cherry trees canopy many in-town streets.

Amerson River Park covers about 180 acres of upland forest and high bluffs on the Ocmulgee River, with roughly seven miles of trails and popular river floats used to beat the Georgia heat. Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park pairs walking trails with 12,000 years of continuous human habitation; Tatnall Square Park sits next to Mercer's campus as a go-to for playgrounds and scenery.

Lake Tobesofkee communities weave lakeside recreation into daily life without a lakeside price premium. Jones County, 30–50 minutes out, adds Oconee National Forest hiking and camping plus Piedmont National Wildlife Refuge; flowering cherry trees canopy many in-town streets.

Sources

As of Sep 11, 2026Source 1: undergrad.mercer.edu Source 2: ezhomesearch.com Source 3: 10federalstorage.com Source 4: macon-newsroom.com Source 5: reddit.com

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Macon—the Heart of Georgia and Cherry Blossom City—sits at I-75 and I-16 with Otis Redding, Little Richard, and Allman Brothers history and a still-building renaissance around Mercer University and Atrium Health Navicent, the major hospital employer. Nurses wanting a short hop to work land in College Hill and Downtown: lofts and historic bungalows, First Fridays, The Rookery, Fall Line Brewing, and the Grand Opera House. Vineville, Ingleside, and Riverside Drive trade some walkability for tree-lined Craftsman streets and stronger safety; Wesleyan Woods is the larger-lot in-city option. Housing is the headline—rents roughly $1,000–$1,200 and typical homes well under $200,000—though stock is older and maintenance is real. Amerson River Park floats, Ocmulgee Mounds trails, Lake Tobesofkee, and Tatnall Square Park cover the outdoors. Tradeoffs are honest: Bibb schools disappoint many (Forsyth, Lizella, Bolingbroke, or Houston County are workarounds), crime and litter vary by block, summers are humid and buggy, and nightlife is thinner than the Cherry Blossom Festival, King of Soul, and Macon Bacon calendar suggest. Locals say you catch an upswing you also have to help build.

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Sources

As of 2026Source 1: 10federalstorage.com Source 2: afrealtygroup.com Source 3: undergrad.mercer.edu Source 4: visitmacon.org Source 5: reddit.com Source 6: youtube.com Source 7: facebook.com Source 8: macon-newsroom.com

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