Registered Nurse Oncology Inpatient Hospice
Ascension
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Description
Lead the delivery of specialized, dignified care for oncology and end-of-life patients, ensuring every clinical intervention prioritizes patient comfort, symptom management, and personal legacy.
Advocate for patient quality of life by meticulously monitoring complex symptoms and pain levels, providing the care team with the real-time insights necessary for rapid, compassionate adjustments to treatment.
Orchestrate the "circle of care" by coordinating between oncologists, palliative specialists, and chaplains, ensuring a seamless, holistic experience for both the patient and their loved ones.
Empower families through the care journey by providing clear education on disease progression and coordinating thoughtful discharge or transition plans that honor the patient’s final wishes.
Execute complex clinical protocols with precision, accurately translating physician orders into life-sustaining or comfort-focused actions while maintaining the highest standards of safety and empathy.
Qualifications
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
Required Credential(s):
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Registered Nurse credentialed from the Oklahoma Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Preferred Credential(s):
- Certification specializing in Chemotherapy.
Education:
- Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
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Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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About this role
Ascension's oncology inpatient hospice role in Tulsa centers on delivering specialized nursing care to patients navigating end-of-life and cancer treatment. You'll manage complex symptom control and pain management while serving as a clinical advocate, translating physician orders into precise interventions that balance comfort with life-sustaining care. The work demands real-time assessment and communication—monitoring patients closely and providing the care team with insights that enable rapid adjustments to treatment plans.
Beyond direct patient care, you'll function as a coordinator across disciplines, working with oncologists, palliative specialists, and chaplains to create a seamless experience for patients and families. Education and support for families are central to the role; you'll help them understand disease progression and participate in planning transitions or discharge that reflect the patient's wishes and values. This is full-time, in-office work that requires both clinical precision and deep compassion.
You'll need an RN license from the Oklahoma Board of Nursing before your hire date and BLS certification within your first month. Chemotherapy certification is preferred but not required. Ascension describes itself as a nonprofit Catholic health system with 99,000+ associates; the organization is recognized as a Military-Friendly Gold Employer and ranks among the Best Places to Work in Healthcare.
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