Registered Nurse - Breast and Melanoma Surgical Oncology – RN

Location: Mayo Building The Ambulatory Registered Nurse (RN) is an integral member of the outpatient surgical care team, partnering with surgeons, residents, nurse practitioners/physician assistants (NPs/PAs), and other healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional patient-centered care. This role focuses on the preoperative and postoperative management of adult patients within the Breast and Melanoma Surgery practice. Key responsibilities include conducting patient assessments, providing preoperative and postoperative education, reinforcing disease-specific care plans, and coordinating multidisciplinary care with specialties such as the Breast Clinic, Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, and Plastic Surgery to ensure seamless patient care. The RN also manages non-face-to-face patient care through telephone triage, patient portal communications, and electronic health record workflows including the processing of orders, maintaining surgical listings, involvement in multidisciplinary collaboration via electronic in-basket and email communications, and coordinating care activities as directed by the physician. Success in this role requires strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and communication skills. The ideal candidate is highly organized, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. The RN must be comfortable working independently while contributing to a collaborative team dedicated to outstanding patient experiences and outcomes. The registered nurse (RN) is accountable for the coordination of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care. The RN supports professional nursing practice across practice settings and across the continuum of care to meet the needs of the patient and family. The RN will function within the Mayo Clinic Nursing Professional Practice Model, which includes accountability for planning, implementing, evaluating and communicating all phases of nursing care for assigned patients. The ANA Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice provide a basis for the practice of the RN. The RN provides leadership through activities such as preceptor role, informal and formal leadership roles, and quality improvement efforts. The RN delegates patient care according to skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability and availability of resources. The RN possesses excellent communication skills; is skillful in mentoring and teaching; and may participate on committees or projects. A subset of employees may be required to drive their personal vehicle as a part of the responsibility of their role. For New Graduate Nurses: Please apply through the Nurse Residency Program posting, which is specifically designed to support new graduate RNs. Visit the Nurse Residency webpage for program details including current and upcoming application windows. Within the Nurse Residency application process, you may indicate work units and specialties of interest. If selected to move forward, you will meet with a Nursing Placement Coordinator who will help you explore Mayo Clinic opportunities that are best aligned with your current and future professional goals. Together, we’ll identify a work area that provides an excellent foundation for your nursing career. This role is eligible for TN sponsorship. Successful sponsorship will require state licensure and completion of the VisaScreen or equivalent certification. Graduate of a nursing program, as recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA). One year of RN experience required. All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date of April 1, 2020 and after must provide documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program within five years from the last day of the month of the RN start date. All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date prior to April 1, 2020 must provide documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program as stipulated by the degree requirement program in place at time of hire. Additional Qualifications: Internal or External RNs. Required: Must have a least ONE YEAR current RN experience which could include Ambulatory/Outpatient, Operating Room or bedside nursing. Experience in caring for the surgical patient is preferred. Must be able to problem solve, work independently and demonstrate strong navigation skills in the electronic environment. Applicant must be self-motivated and work well with minimal direction. The RN will assume responsibility for telephone interactions and assume and establish effective collaborative roles with multidisciplinary colleagues. Excellent interpersonal communication skills are essential. Internal applicants are required to attach their three most recent performance appraisals. License and Certification (Must obtain prior to start date): Current RN license by applicable state requirements. BLS (Basic Life Support) must be valid for 90 days post start date; acceptable certifications include: American Heart Association (AHA)/ Heartcode® BLS, Military Training Network, Red Cross (CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers). Additional state licensure(s) and/or specialty certification/training as required by the work area.