Oncology RN
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Bryan, TX, 77802
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 31.5-51.45 HOUR
Date Posted : 8 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Responsible for the delivery of excellence in patient care through assessing, formulating nursing diagnoses and establishing goals, planning and implementing intervention and evaluating patient care outcomes. With the staff nurse's professional practice he/she Responsible for participating in and maintaining quality, cost effectiveness and guest relations. Provide patient care in compliance with hospital policies and procedures and the standards of professional nursing practice as defined by the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas.
Assessment: Does admission and ongoing assessment of patient’s condition. Provides nursing care to meet the patient’s physical, psychological and spiritual needs. Notifies doctor of changes in assessment that require attention.
Planning: Designs, directs, evaluates, and documents the plan of care, patient/family teaching and the transition of care plan to include a safe appropriate level of care discharge. Works with other clinical disciplines to meet specialized patient care and discharge needs. Formulates a plan of care and daily goals that takes into consideration the individualized needs of the patient.
Implementation: Prepares patients physically, psychologically, and spiritually for treatments, surgeries and diagnostic studies to help reduce patient anxiety. Knows patients' conditions and reports significant changes to Charge Nurse/Team Leader, and/or physician. Implements patient safety initiative and protocols including medication safety practices, physician orders, consult notifications.
Evaluation: Reassesses patients at appropriate intervals following interventions. Notifies physician as necessary to modify interventions. Adjusts nursing care to meet patient's emerging and changing needs.
Report Skills: Gives and receives report using Bedside Shift Report including family participation. Provides an accurate and comprehensive report to the oncoming shift to help establish continuity of patient care. Receives report from off-going shift and delegates tasks as needed to provide continuity of care according to coworker's experience, abilities and the patient's acuity.
Environment & Patient Safety: Maintains patient and work environment to maximize safe working space. Promptly removes all used and soiled equipment, linen, etc. to appropriate location. Incorporates national and organizational goals to improve quality, patient safety and satisfaction. Reports all patient safety and hazard concerns immediately.
We are offering a $20,000 Sign On Bonus in addition to relocation to new hires who meet the eligibility requirements.
Required:
- Associates Degree in Nursing or Diploma.
- One (1) or more years of RN experience
- Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Texas
- BLS (AHA) within 14 days of hire
Preferred:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
- One (1) or more years of experience in an Acute Care setting
While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, and more!
Where You'll WorkSt. Joseph Health – Bryan/College Station, Navasota, Caldwell, Madisonville, TX. Since 1936, St. Joseph Health has been caring for the communities in and surrounding the Brazos Valley. We have a Level III Trauma Center, the first Joint Commission certified Primary Stroke Center, and the first accredited Chest Pain Center in the Brazos Valley. St. Joseph Health is a leader in critical care and the largest provider of cardiovascular care in the region. As an integrated healthcare system St. Joseph Health includes a comprehensive network of over 100 employed providers including primary care physicians specialists and advanced practice clinicians. The network includes more than 30 ambulatory clinics featuring primary care, Express Clinics, and imaging and diagnostic services.
As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will be a pivotal healthcare professional, delivering compassionate, high-quality care that truly impacts our patients' well-being and recovery.
Every day, you will leverage your expertise to provide individualized, comprehensive care, making critical assessments, performing skilled procedures, and meticulously implementing patient care plans. You'll collaborate seamlessly within an interdisciplinary team, contributing to a dynamic environment focused on optimal patient outcomes.
To thrive in this vital role, you will possess keen assessment skills, acute critical thinking, and a patient-first mindset, driven by a profound enthusiasm to help others. Your sense of urgency and dedication to excellence in a fast-paced environment will not only support patient recovery but also fuel your own career advancement.
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Frequently asked questions
In Bryan, TX, Oncology RNs collaborate closely with physicians, specialists, and support staff to tailor individualized care plans. This teamwork ensures comprehensive management of physical, psychological, and spiritual patient needs, fostering improved outcomes and smoother transitions during cancer treatment phases.
Oncology RNs in Texas require advanced assessment skills to monitor complex cancer symptoms, mastery in chemotherapy protocols, and emotional resilience. Their ability to deliver safety-focused interventions and patient education distinguishes them in acute care and outpatient oncology environments.
Daily tasks include preparing patients for chemotherapy, monitoring infusion reactions, managing medication safety protocols, and communicating vital changes to the care team. Oncology RNs ensure patient comfort and safety while educating families about treatment progress and symptom management.
Catholic Health Initiatives invests in Oncology RNs through ongoing education, adherence to best practice standards, and access to multidisciplinary resources. Their environment encourages nursing autonomy and fosters continuous improvement in delivering compassionate, evidence-based oncology care.
Catholic Health Initiatives offers a unique blend of community-centered care with advanced oncology services, including a Level III trauma center. Oncology RNs benefit from integrated healthcare networks, fostering collaboration across specialties for comprehensive cancer treatment unmatched locally.
While Texas RN licensure and BLS certification are required, Catholic Health Initiatives values oncology-specific credentials and acute care experience. Nurses with oncology nurse certifications or a bachelor’s degree in nursing often find enhanced opportunities within their specialized oncology programs.
Oncology RNs in Bryan typically earn between $68,000 and $85,000 annually, depending on experience and certifications. Specialized skills in oncology care and acute settings usually translate into higher pay, with additional incentives like sign-on bonuses influencing total compensation.
Bryan's manageable traffic and community size make commuting feasible, positively impacting Oncology RN job availability. The region's growing healthcare infrastructure maintains steady demand, attracting nurses willing to serve both urban and surrounding rural areas efficiently.
New graduates often underestimate the emotional demands of oncology nursing. While technical skills are vital, managing patient anxieties and complex symptom trajectories requires strong communication and resilience, especially in Bryan’s supportive but fast-paced oncology units.
Acute care experience equips Oncology RNs to handle rapid patient condition changes and complex interventions common in cancer treatment. In Bryan's hospitals, this background ensures readiness for critical situations, improving patient safety and treatment efficacy.