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Registered Nurse (RN) - Outpatient Oncology

Advocate Health · Green Bay, WI

Posted Sep 9, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Behavioral

Tell me about a time a patient had an infusion reaction. What did you notice first and what did you do?

real experience recognizing and responding to acute clinical deterioration under pressure

How do you handle patient education around new cancer diagnoses and treatment plans, especially when a patient is overwhelmed or scared?

ability to communicate clearly and compassionately during emotionally heavy conversations

Tell me about a time you had to coordinate care across several people, like a nurse navigator, oncologist, and pharmacy, for one patient.

comfort working within a multidisciplinary cancer care team rather than solo

Describe a time you had to deliver difficult news or sit with a patient who just received bad news. How did you handle that moment?

emotional resilience and appropriateness of bedside manner in an oncology setting

Tell me about a time you caught a near-miss or error before it reached the patient.

honesty and commitment to safety culture, including willingness to speak up

What draws you to oncology nursing specifically, compared to other specialties you could have chosen?

genuine motivation and staying power in a field with high emotional demands and turnover risk

Technical

Walk me through how you'd safely administer chemotherapy to a patient, from verifying the order to monitoring during the infusion.

whether the candidate follows established chemo safety protocols like double-checks, verification, and monitoring for reactions

What's your experience with vesicant and irritant chemo drugs, and how do you handle a suspected extravasation?

depth of hands-on oncology drug knowledge versus general nursing background

How do you protect yourself and your patients when handling hazardous drugs and chemotherapy waste?

knowledge of PPE and safe handling standards, not just clinical dosing

What does a busy day in an outpatient infusion clinic look like for you, when you're juggling multiple patients on different drug schedules?

real familiarity with the pace and multitasking demands of outpatient oncology versus inpatient nursing

How comfortable are you starting and managing IV access, including ports, for patients who may have difficult veins from prior treatment?

specific procedural skill required for this population and setting

Situational

Say a patient shows up for their scheduled infusion but their labs come back outside the safe range. What do you do?

judgment on when to hold treatment, escalate to the oncologist, and communicate with the patient

You're on the holiday on-call rotation and get a call from a patient with a fever and low counts. What's your process?

knowledge of neutropenic fever protocols and comfort making decisions without a physician physically present

If a patient's family member is pushing you for information about prognosis that isn't yours to share, how do you handle that conversation?

boundary-setting and understanding of scope and confidentiality

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The full job description

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Department: 02160 AMG Greenbriar - Hematology/Oncology Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Vince Lombardi Cancer Clinic Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 5pm • Occasional "late shifts" • Holiday/weekend on-call rotation • Chemotherapy/Oncology experience strongly preferred Pay Range: $35.50 - $53.25 Where You Will Work : Advocate Medical Group (AMG) is part of Advocate Health , one of the nation’s largest nonprofit health systems. With more than 350 locations across Illinois and Wisconsin, AMG offers a wide range of specialties and services, including primary care, medical and surgical care, pediatrics, women’s health, behavioral health, and more. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional care and improving health outcomes in the communities we serve. Joining AMG means being part of a collaborative, patient-focused environment where innovation and quality care thrive. We’re Looking For: Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing What You’ll Do: Schedule: Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 5pm As a skilled and compassionate RN, you will play a pivotal role in providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and skills communication while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum. About This Location: Our oncology specialists at Vince Lombardi Cancer Clinic - Green Bay in Green Bay, WI, offer compassionate and expert care for all stages of cancer. We’re dedicated to helping patients fight cancer with confidence by using the latest advancements in cancer treatments. At our cancer clinic, we care for the whole you. We offer a range of support services, including a nurse navigator to guide you through every step of your cancer care. If you’re looking for a second opinion in the metro Milwaukee area or eastern Wisconsin, we make it easy to connect with an oncologist to confirm a diagnosis and review your treatment plan. Our team of specialty oncologists, including radiation and surgical oncologists, specialize in minimally invasive cancer treatment tools and techniques. We offer access to  clinical trials  that may represent new cancer treatments and better ways to manage cancer treatment. Be the Nurse Who Redefines Care. At Advocate Health, being a nurse means more than delivering exceptional clinical care—it means leading with purpose, compassion, and boldness. As part of our One Advocate Nurse community, you’ll join a unified team committed to lifting others up, embracing innovation, and creating inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. You’ll be empowered to think boldly, collaborate with humility, and drive change through fearless curiosity. Whether you're at the bedside, in the community, or advancing care through research and education, you’ll help shape the future of health—because here, we’re redefining care for you, for us, for all. Your feedback matters. Every nurse’s voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday. • Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies. • Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present. • Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions. • Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines. • Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed. • May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary. • Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions. • Physical Abilities Testing may be required. • Additional department specific physical requirements may be identified for unique responsibilities within the department by the nurse leader. Ready to Take the Next Step: Apply Now! This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job • Incentive pay for select positions • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more • Paid Time Off programs • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs • Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health  Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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