RN, Registered Nurse - Oncology Care Unit (OCU)

Tufts Medicine

1 month ago

Lowell, MassachusettsFull TimeOncology

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Tufts Medicine as a RN, Registered Nurse - Oncology Care Unit (OCU) in United States. Job Overview The RN II independently provides direct nursing care to patients and their families in accordance with established policies, procedures, and practices. Job Description Minimum Qualifications: 1.

Requirements

bed critical care unit that consists of 2 private rooms and 7 semi

private rooms. OCU cares for adult acute care patients who have a wide variety of diagnoses and co

rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a four

time Magnet®

Benefits & Compensation

to support you and your family’s well-being.

At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring.

Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.

The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role.

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Weekend coverage may be required.

Night or evening shifts may be required.

Apply to join Tufts Medicine as a RN, Registered Nurse - Oncology Care Unit (OCU).

Key Skills

Oncology CareDirect Nursing CareBLS CertificationACLS PreferredTelemetryIntermediate CareChemotherapy AdministrationAcute CarePatient MonitoringCardiac CatheterizationBipapHigh Flow Oxygen

Key Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse II independently provides direct nursing care to adult acute care patients with various diagnoses, including oncology/hematology, in a 16-bed critical care unit. This involves comprehensive care according to established policies, standards, and frameworks, including the administration of chemotherapy.

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates RN, Registered Nurse - Oncology Care Unit (OCU) at Tufts Medicine a 2.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Oncology registered nurse listings evaluated on our platform.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

Oncology — Registered Nurse Career Context

This Oncology position at Tufts Medicine is open to registered nurse candidates.

Registered Nurses have diverse career pathways from bedside care to telehealth triage, care coordination, and leadership roles with increasingly flexible scheduling options.

Nationally, Oncology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $380k, with the typical range spanning $290k to $520k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Lowell, Massachusetts.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Oncology Care, Direct Nursing Care, BLS Certification, ACLS Preferred, Telemetry, Intermediate Care, Chemotherapy Administration, Acute Care. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Oncology role.

Core responsibilities: The Registered Nurse II independently provides direct nursing care to adult acute care patients with various diagnoses, including oncology/hematology, in a 16-bed critical care unit. This involves comprehensive care according to established policies, standards, and frameworks, including the administ...

Benefits package: Comprehensive Total Rewards Package, Health Benefits, Financial Wellness Programs. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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