Registered Nurse Radiation Oncology
Full Time • Portsmouth, VA, 23708
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Job Overview:
AIMS Locum Tenens is seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join the Radiation Oncology team at NMCP. This position supports patients throughout their radiation treatment journey—preparation, delivery, monitoring side effects, and providing patient education and support. The RN works as part of an interdisciplinary team that includes radiation oncologists, therapists, and technicians.
General Duties:
- Provide services within the scope of nursing licensure and clinical privileges
- Collaborate with oncology teams to ensure safe and effective care
- Deliver patient-centered education about radiation treatment plans and side effects
- Document all patient encounters accurately in the electronic health record
- Participate in training and performance improvement initiatives
Specific Duties:
- Assess and monitor patients undergoing radiation therapy
- Provide education on radiation procedures, potential side effects, and aftercare
- Monitor for complications or adverse reactions and initiate interventions as needed
- Coordinate appointments, follow-ups, and referrals
- Assist in procedures and act as a patient advocate during treatment
- Participate in case management and treatment team conferences
- Communicate test results, provider instructions, and treatment updates to patients
- Ensure compliance with safety and infection control guidelines
Qualifications:
Degree:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Education:
- Graduate from an institution accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) or Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
Certification:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) required
- Oncology or radiation certification preferred but not required
Experience:
- Minimum one year of recent RN experience in radiation oncology, general oncology, or an outpatient oncology setting
Licensure:
- Current, unrestricted RN license valid in any U.S. state or territory
Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of radiation oncology procedures and patient care needs
- Strong patient communication and education skills
- Experience using electronic medical records (e.g., MHS Genesis)
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary cancer care team
- Professional, empathetic, and detail-oriented
Benefits:
- Competitive Pay
- 80 hours of paid vacation annually
- Up to 56 hours of sick time
- 11 paid federal holidays
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401K Plan
Schedule:
- Monday through Friday
- Shifts between 0700 and 1900 (7 AM to 7 PM)
- Shifts typically 8.5 to 10.5 hours, including lunch breaks
- No weekends or holidays required
Work Environment:
- Outpatient radiation oncology clinic
- Structured, team-based setting with cancer care focus
- May assist in case coverage or related departments during staffing shortages
Immunization Requirement:
- Proof of Varicella, MMR, TDAP, Hep B, Influenza, TB screening required
- Must complete NAVMED 6260/91 or DHA equivalent form
Security Requirement:
- Must pass background investigation and credentialing process
- May take up to 90 days for full clearance
Equal Opportunity Employer:
AIMS Locum Tenens promotes equal opportunity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of race, gender, background, or veteran status.
Compensation: $41.00 - $47.00 per hour
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Us
AIMS Locum Tenens, LLC, is a women owned and SBA’s 8(a) certified healthcare management company based in Northern Virginia and Washington DC area focus on healthcare management in both public and private sectors.
AIMS Locum Tenens is one of the fastest growing healthcare management solution specialized in management of highly skilled healthcare professionals in both commercial and government healthcare facilities all over the country. We have the experience, resources, and scale required to help physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to take advantage of both short and long term staffing opportunities in a wide variety of practice specialties. We do staff healthcare providers for both short and long-term assignments to local, state and federal government healthcare facilities.
AIMS realizes the key to quality is attention to details. AIMS is the one stop shop for various healthcare facilities and handles every steps to get best candidate from sourcing, recruitment, candidate screening, credentialing, final placement and retention of highly qualified healthcare provider.
As one of the nation’s fastest growing healthcare management companies, AIMS Locum Tenens manages highly qualified physicians and nurses during staffing crisis at community hospitals, clinics and Army based MTFs (Military Treatment Facilities). Hospital systems, MTFs, nursing homes and out patient clinics benefit from our comprehensive, cost-effective supplemental medical staffing services.
Our No. 1 priority is to provide the best service to our healthcare professionals and our hospital and MTFs clients. We welcome feedback and suggestions so we can continually improve our service.
At AIMS Locum Tenens, our core pillars—dedication, commitment, trustworthiness, and superior service—drive every aspect of our business.
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