Unit description:

• 24 beds total

Patient population:

• Mix of medical and surgical oncology patients with cancer of the breast, lung, colon, pancreas, thyroid, and lymph node system who undergo a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic measures

Treatments include:

• Surgery
• Chemotherapy
• Immunotherapy
• Pain management
• Radiation therapy

Unit information: The unit is part of the Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center, the only National Cancer Institute designated Comprehensive Center in the state of Iowa.

As part of the unit staff, you will complete a comprehensive eight-week orientation program, including extensive direct patient care guided by your RN preceptor, along with classroom lecture content. Several nurses on this unit hold the Oncology Nursing Certification.

Classroom content includes a comprehensive chemotherapy training class and a class in the principles and concepts of oncology nursing.

All staff members participate in the self-scheduling model and are open to schedule a variety of four, eight, or 12 hour shifts to help staff to balance personal life obligations with unit staffing needs.

The unit offers a variety of rewarding and challenging experiences in a sensitive, caring environment.

Location: John Pappajohn Pavilion West, Elevator I, Level 4