Registered Nurse - Inpatient Oncology
Syracuse, New York
RN
Sign-on bonusPosted Aug 25 · New grads welcomed
- Shift
- Rotating
- Unit
- Oncology
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- Rotating
- Orientation
- Residency program
- Term
- Permanent
- On the floor
- Precepting expected
- Setting
- Hospital
- Accepts
- RN
More role details
- Experience
- New graduates
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
- Sign-on bonus
- $10,000
The median for nursing in New York is $40/hr, across 878 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
About this role
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Rotating Shift
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St. Joseph’s Health is bringing together two exceptional teams—Oncology and Hospitalist/Complex Medical Care—into one dynamic, highly collaborative inpatient unit. This integrated model provides diverse clinical exposure, advanced skill development, and strong leadership support.
We are seeking full-time and part-time RNs for day and night rotating shifts, with up to a $10,000 sign-on bonus available.
Why Join St. Joseph’s?
Up to $10K Sign-On Bonus for full-time colleagues
- Top Workplace Culture: Guided by Trinity Health’s mission, values, and commitment to compassionate care
- Supportive Leadership: Shared governance model with strong nurse voice and accessible leaders
- Professional Growth: Robust education programs, clinical ladder incentives, and generous tuition assistance
- Work-Life Balance: Predictable scheduling options to support personal and family needs
- Well-Being Focus: Resources for physical and mental health in a safe, supportive environment
- Recognized Safety: Proud recipient of a Leapfrog “A” for hospital safety
- Collaborative Care: Strong interdisciplinary teamwork across physicians, pharmacy, rehab, nutrition, and more
About the Unit
This unified inpatient unit blendsoncology and acute medical care, offering opportunities to expand clinical expertise while delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.
Clinical Focus Areas
- Oncology & Chemotherapy:
Care for patients undergoing cancer treatment, including chemotherapy and palliative care. Oncology-specific training and certification provided.
- Acute Medical/Hospitalist Care:
Manage a broad range of acute and complex medical conditions with rapidly evolving patient needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver holistic, high-quality nursing care from admission through discharge
- Perform assessments, care planning, and clinical interventions including telemetry monitoring and chemotherapy administration
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams through daily rounding
- Ensure accurate documentation and adherence to NYS Nurse Practice Act and professional standards
- Support continuity of care across the patient journey
- Serve as a clinician, educator, mentor, and patient advocate
Qualifications
- Current RN license in New York State
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program (BSN preferred)
- Minimum 1 year of Med-Surg or Critical Care experience preferred
- New grads encouraged to apply through Nurse Residency Program
- Commitment to ongoing education and professional development
Pay Range: $38.75 - $58.35
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location
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.
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“Minimum 1 year of Med-Surg or Critical Care experience preferred New grads encouraged to apply through Nurse Residency Program Commitment to ongoing education and professional development Pay Range: $38.75 -” · from this posting
Requirements
- Current RN license in New York State
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program (BSN preferred)
- Minimum 1 year of Med-Surg or Critical Care experience preferred
- New grads encouraged to apply through Nurse Residency Program
- Commitment to ongoing education and professional development
Place
- City
- Syracuse, New York
- Median rent
- $1,039/mo
- Local household income
- $47,819/yr
- Metro price level
- 4% below the national average
- Address
- 301 Prospect Ave, Syracuse, NY 13203, USA
rent and tenant-paid utilities
all local households, not nurse pay
Syracuse area index 95.7, where 100 is the national average.
Syracuse sits in central New York near the Finger Lakes, offering nurses a mid-sized metro with strong healthcare systems and four distinct seasons. Home to Syracuse University, the city blends collegiate energy with a manageable pace of life — a practical fit for RNs seeking career growth without big-city pressure.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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St. Joseph's Health is a faith-based, nonprofit healthcare organization serving communities in the Syracuse, NY metropolitan area, including locations in Liverpool, NY. Operating as Saint Joseph Health System, the organization is committed to being a compassionate and transforming healing presence…
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Oncology has an opening for new graduates. This employer welcomes new graduates for this role. See the posting’s qualifications and orientation details.
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