Inova Schar Cancer Institute is an international center for advanced cancer care and research, serving Northern Virginia, the Washington, DC metro area, and the world beyond. Collaborating with clinical and scientific partners, we conduct genomic and translational research to better understand, predict, prevent, and eliminate cancer.

Our personalized health approach enables us to create individualized treatments and preventive analytics to predict illness for every unique individual and family we provide care.

Our Cancer Specialty Programs include:

• Breast Cancer
• Brain and Spine Tumors
• Children's Cancer
• Cancer Genetic Counseling
• Gastrointestinal Cancer
• Head and Neck Cancer
• Genitourinary Cancer
• Lung Cancer and Thoracic Malignancies
• Melanoma and Skin Cancer
• Molecular Tumor Board
• Center for Drug Discovery and Development

 

In addition:

• Specially-trained oncologists and dedicated medical oncology units for chemotherapy
• A state-of-the-art outpatient infusion center for ambulatory patients
• Palliative care
• Oncology nutrition services
• Integrative Arts and Healing Program
• The latest radiation oncology therapy, including intensity-modulated radiation therapy (MRT) and image guided radiation therapy (IGRT), CyberKnife® and prostate seed implants (brachytherapy) available at the Center for Advanced Radiation Oncology and Proton Therapy. (Proton therapy will be available in late 2019/early 2020.)

 

 

The Inova RN provides knowledgeable and caring clinical practice and care coordination through an understanding of patient, family, nurse and healthcare delivery team. Consistently provides safe, therapeutic care in a holistic and systematic way. Incorporates differences into the provision of care. All patient care and interactions are patient and family centered. Integrates knowledge, skills, and experiences to meet the needs of patients and families throughout the continuum to include patient and family education. Communicates effectively and works cooperatively with others. Has respect for and understanding of other clinical disciplines. Uses an integrated approach toward patient outcomes. Nursing serves as an empowering body to influence patient empowerment as well as successful outcomes of financial and clinical quality through relationships and access based knowledge. Utilizes standards, guidelines, and pathways for care delivery. The process for delivery of care is synthesized from direct patient/family communication, technology, and other healthcare team member collaboration. Ensures improvements in practice settings by assuming responsibility for self-development in life-long learning. Provides direction and guidance to others regarding practice; serves as a resource, preceptor, and mentor. Leadership skills demonstrated in decision making and problem solving.

Preferred to have Oncology, Infusion, or Chemotherapy experience.

Requirements

• A minimum of 6 months of Registered Nurse clinical experience in the acute care setting
• Education: BSN or MSN or
• If Associates Degree RN-Within 6 months of start date, meet with nurse leader:
• Identify which Accredited School the employee plans to attend
• Submit a review of transcript from the school indicating the required pre-requisites and timeline for taking the courses 
• Provide a written plan with anticipated BSN completion date. 
• Complete BSN within 24 months of start date

• BLS for Healthcare Provider Certification required
• RN licensed, or eligible to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia as a RN
• Proficient in English, strong verbal and written communication skills. Exceptional interpersonal skill and the ability to display a caring demeanor towards others. Proficient computer skills required.

 

 

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