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Registered Nurse Healthcare Taxonomy Code 163WX0200X
As of today, the following are the total number of Oncology Registered Nurses nationally, in your State, and near your location.
Select a State below to view the list by State. Additionally, you can narrow the list by city, among other options, from the Filter Panel, which you can open by clicking the vertical ellipses ⋮ in the upper right corner of the app.
Alaska – Alabama – Armed Forces Pacific – Arkansas – American Samoa – Arizona – California – Colorado – Connecticut – District of Columbia – Delaware – Florida – Federated States of Micronesia – Georgia – Guam – Hawaii – Iowa – Idaho – Illinois – Indiana – Kansas – Kentucky – Louisiana – Massachusetts – Maryland – Maine – Marshall Islands – Michigan – Minnesota – Missouri – Northern Mariana Islands – Mississippi – Montana – North Carolina – North Dakota – Nebraska – New Hampshire – New Jersey – New Mexico – Nevada – New York – Ohio – Oklahoma – Oregon – Pennsylvania – Puerto Rico – Palau – Rhode Island – South Carolina – South Dakota – Tennessee – Texas – Utah – Virginia – Virgin Islands – Vermont – Washington – Wisconsin – West Virginia – Wyoming
Medicare
The following are the total number of Oncology Registered Nurses who accept Medicare in your State, the number who have opted out of Medicare, and the total number excluded from participation in Medicare nationwide.
The diagram below shows all the Oncology Registered Nurses across the country, represented by blue bubbles. The larger the bubble, the greater the concentration of providers in that area. Red bubbles represent Medicare-excluded providers, with the larger bubbles indicating a higher percentage of excluded providers in that region. You can change the bubble size to be based on exclusions from the Size menu.
What do Oncology Registered Nurses do?
Oncology nurses specialize in caring for patients with cancer.
Oncology nursing is a rewarding and challenging career that allows nurses to make a significant impact in the lives of cancer patients.
Oncology nurses require strong interpersonal skills, compassion, and a profound understanding of cancer biology and treatment.
They must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, making quick decisions.
What they do
Assessment and Treatment
- Performing physical exams and taking medical histories
- Administering chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and other cancer treatments
- Monitoring patients for side effects and complications
- Educating patients about their diagnosis, treatment options, and potential outcomes
Support and Advocacy
- Providing emotional support and guidance to patients and their families
- Coordinating care with other healthcare professionals, such as oncologists, social workers, and pharmacists
- Advocating for patients’ needs and ensuring they receive the best possible care
Research and Education
- Participating in clinical trials and research studies
- Staying up-to-date on the latest advancements in cancer treatment and care
- Mentoring and educating other nurses and healthcare professionals
Environment
- Oncology nurses typically work in hospitals, cancer centers, and outpatient clinics.
- They may also provide care in hospice settings or patients’ homes.