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Job Title: Oncology Nurse

Job Description

Join the Ambulatory Oncology Navigation Team and bring complexity and variety to your nursing career. In this role, you will serve as the first point of contact for new oncology patients, helping them prepare for their initial consult and easing anxiety during a critical transition. You’ll clarify the reason for referral, outline next steps, and empower patients to become engaged partners in their care.

Responsibilities

+ Engage with patients prior to their first oncology consult, primarily by phone and occasionally in person at their initial appointment.

+ Prepare patients for their first visit by clarifying the reason for referral and expected outcomes, and outlining anticipated next steps for patients and families.

+ Coordinate multidisciplinary appointments as needed.

+ Track progress toward the first modality of care and ensure timely transitions.

+ Identify and address barriers to care, supporting patients through initial transitions.

+ Clarify expectations for tests and consultations, ensuring patients understand their purpose.

+ Provide compassionate support to reduce anxiety and foster engagement with clinical teams.

Essential Skills

+ Current Oregon & Washington RN License.

+ Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN).

+ Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association.

+ Current OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse) or BMTCN (Blood and Marrow Transplant Certified Nurse) certification, or completion of required continuing education nursing contact hours per Commission on Cancer requirements.

+ 3+ years of recent adult Hematology/Oncology nursing experience within the past 5 years, including hematologic malignancies.

+ Experience in solid tumor oncology is highly desirable.

+ Demonstrated professionalism, excellent communication, and reflection skills.

+ Ability to work collaboratively on a team, provide and receive feedback, delegate, prioritize, and adapt in stressful situations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Recent ambulatory oncology care coordination experience preferred.

+ Leadership experience, project involvement, or participation in shared governance preferred.

Work Environment

The position is located at the Ambulatory Oncology facility in Portland, OR. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with an initial orientation period of 3 weeks. The assignment length is 13 weeks, with a high likelihood of extension and potential for permanent placement. The organization is a Magnet-Recognized Institution, nationally known for nursing excellence, offering a culture of quality, innovation, and professional growth. Employees enjoy comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.

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Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Portland, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Portland,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 22, 2026.

About Actalent

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.