RN Oncology
Roanoke, Virginia
You'll work on a 22-bed blended medical-surgical and progressive cancer unit caring for oncology patients.
Posted Oct 6 · New grads welcomed
- Shift and hours
- Evening/Night Evening/Night (United States of America) Facility:
- Unit and setting
- Oncology unit · Hospital The RN provides professional nursing care to patients across all age groupsPatients of all ages
- License
- RN license Current Registered Nurse license in the Commonwealth of Virginia required or eligibility to obtain licensure required.Current Virginia RN license, or eligibility to obtain one
- Term
- Permanent Full time Shift:Full time
Do you qualify?
- New grads
- Welcomed Experience: None.
- License
- Current Virginia RN license, or eligibility to obtain one Current Registered Nurse license in the Commonwealth of Virginia required or eligibility to obtain licensure required. Check your license
- Certification
- AHA BLS-HCP Life Support: AHA BLS-HCP required.
- Education
- Graduate of a State Board of Nursing-approved program Education: Graduate of a State Board of Nursing approved program required.
- Experience
- No experience required
- Also asks
- Keyboarding and computer literacy, including electronic medical records Keyboarding skills and computer literacy required, including use of electronic medical records.
Your six-month RN application plan
Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates. See program calendars.
6 months before
Shortlist units
Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.
Find residencies →4–6 months before
Apply as windows open
Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.
Explore new grad jobs →2–3 months before
Meet the unit manager
Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.
Prepare your questions →Around graduation
Confirm your start
Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.
Plan your license →
What it pays
- Against similar roles
- In range for Roanoke staff RN rolesRoanoke staff RN postings that state pay run $28/hr to $37/hr, the middle half $34/hr to $34/hr, across 97 postings.
- Childcare
- Offered
- Pay reviews
- Pay varies by qualifications, credentials, education and prior work experience Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience.
- Pay reviews
- Base range excludes benefits and pension plan The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.
Benefits
- BenefitsMedical, dental and vision benefitsComprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
- BenefitsEmployer-funded pension vested after five years, plus voluntary 403BEmployer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
- BenefitsPaid time off accrued from day onePaid Time Off (accrued from day one)
- BenefitsOnsite fitness studios and discounts at Carilion Wellness centersOnsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
- BenefitsPersonify Health wellness appAccess to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
- BenefitsDiscounts on childcareDiscounts on childcare
- BenefitsContinued education and trainingContinued education and training
The role and schedule
- Day to day
- Patient and family teaching Identifies and addresses patient and family education needs.
- Day to day
- Orientation and training of new employees Supports orientation and training of new employees.
- Unit size
- 22-bed oncology unit Oncology is a 22-bed blended medical-surgical/progressive cancer care unit
- Charting
- Electronic medical records
- Details
- Commission on Cancer (COC) accredited facility We are a Commission on Cancer (COC) accredited facility.
The workplace
- Hiring contact
- Recruiter: Emily Hicks Recruiter Email: elhicks@carilionclinic.org Recruiter: Emily Hicks Recruiter Email: elhicks@carilionclinic.org
Your fit
Questions to ask
- Can you walk me through the pay period for the posted pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
On your path
Oncology has an opening for new graduates. This employer welcomes new graduates for this role. See the posting’s qualifications and orientation details.
Original listing
Posted on Carilion Medical Center’s careers page.
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Employment Status
Full time Shift
Evening/Night (United States of America) Facility
1906 Belleview Ave SE - Roanoke Requisition Number
R162054 RN Oncology (Open)
How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare
Oncology is a 22-bed blended medical-surgical/progressive cancer care unit that specializes in the complex care of the Oncology patient. Nurses utilize the science and art of nursing while collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team to meet the needs of the patient and family. We are a Commission on Cancer (COC) accredited facility. The RN provides professional nursing care to patients across all age groups, supporting patient-centered care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care. This role collaborates with the healthcare team to ensure safe, effective, and high-quality patient outcomes.
The RN Provides individualized patient care and coordinates care delivery for patients of all ages. Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care to achieve optimal outcomes. Completes and documents age-specific assessments to support development of care plans.
Collaborates with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to develop and adjust care plans. Administers treatments and medications accurately and documents care in electronic medical records. Identifies and addresses patient and family education needs.
Participates in performance improvement and quality initiatives. Advocates for patients and supports their rights and psychosocial needs. Applies knowledge of growth and development to provide age-appropriate care.
Demonstrates clinical expertise in dynamic and changing care environments. Implements strategies to improve patient outcomes and resource utilization. Serves as a role model and supports development of peers and team members.
Manages resources, prioritizes tasks, and adapts to changing patient care needs. Supports orientation and training of new employees. Uses problem-solving skills to address patient care and operational challenges.
Provides feedback and participates in shared decision-making activities. Supports education activities within the department. Maintains confidentiality and complies with regulatory and organizational standards.
What We Require
Education
Graduate of a State Board of Nursing approved program required.
Experience
None. Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration: Current Registered Nurse license in the Commonwealth of Virginia required or eligibility to obtain licensure required. Life Support: AHA BLS-HCP required. Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required based on assigned work area.
Other Minimum Qualifications
Keyboarding skills and computer literacy required, including use of electronic medical records. For Behavioral Health roles, must demonstrate ability to safely manage disruptive or potentially violent patients. This job description is intended to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents in this role. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Compensation Range
$33.52 - $50.28 Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.
For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537. Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. For more information on E-Verify: https://www.carilionclinic.org/eoe-e-verify-and-right-work-policies
Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That’s why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life – at work and when you’re away. When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
- Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
- Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
- Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
- Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
- Discounts on childcare
- Continued education and training
What's around it?
Roanoke, VAFrom Census ACS 2024.
Living costs about 6% below the US average
- Median rent
- $996/mo
- Household income
- $55,378/yr, all local households, not nurse pay