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Dana-Farber is a five-time Magnet Recognition Program^®-designated organization, where passionate nursing and patient care services staff thrive in an inclusive and welcoming environment.

Why Join Nursing and Patient Care Services?

Relationship Based Care

Our Professional Practice Model is grounded in synergy between the nurse, patients, and caregivers. At Dana-Farber, you will build relationships with your patients and their caregivers along their cancer care journey.

Relationship based care takes place in a cohesive interdisciplinary environment where all team members are valued.

We are Committed to Your Well-Being

Daytime work hours; limited weekend responsibility
Flexible scheduling opportunities
Engaged and supportive leadership
Various wellbeing resources and programs available
Join collaborative, specialized interdisciplinary teams

Professional Growth

Special mentoring and scholarship programs for Clinical Assistants
Oncology Nurse Residency Program
Support for achieving specialty certifications in nursing
Robust on-site educational opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement for all roles

We are Committed to Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity

We provide culturally humble care to our patients, learning from their unique circumstances. We promote an inclusive work environment where all staff can thrive.

We aim to create an environment where every single employee feels a sense of belonging and opportunity for career fulfillment.

Magnet Designated Institute

Dana-Farber is consistently ranked amongst the top 5 cancer centers in the country in US News & World Report. Since 2000, Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center has been recognized as a Best Hospital for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report. We have earned Magnet designation five times since 2005, an honor given by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) — the nation's preeminent accreditation organization for excellence in nursing service and practice. It represents our ongoing commitment to providing patients and caregivers with the most expert, compassionate nursing care. Out of an estimated 6,200 hospitals and health systems nationwide, fewer than 2% have achieved a total of five Magnet designations.

Job Opportunities Available Within Your Community

The administrative and operational team makes an impact on patients by supporting the programs and services in Nursing and Patient Care Services.

Adult Oncology Nursing

Dana-Farber Staff Infusion Nurses provide specialized oncology nursing care for a complex adult patient population. The infusion nurse provides patient and family education and psychosocial and emotional support. The Infusion RN is a member of a multidisciplinary care team that requires effective communication and collaboration with co-workers and staff at the Institute, and other collaborating institutions and agencies.

Clinical Assistants

Our Clinical Assistants are an integral part of interdisciplinary teams who provide direct care to patients and contribute to efficient operations in the patient care environment. Clinical Assistants at Dana-Farber have opportunities for mentorship and professional growth.

Infection Control

The Nurse Epidemiologist coordinates all aspects of the Infection Control Program at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI) and the Dana Farber/Brigham & Women's Cancer Center (DFBWCC) to reduce the risks of acquiring and transmitting infections among patients, staff, and visitors. The scope of practice includes meeting the infection control needs of pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.

Inpatient Adult Nursing

Dana-Farber Inpatient Nurses provide specialized oncology nursing care for a complex adult patient population at the Dana-Farber Inpatient Hospital, located within Brigham and Women’s Hospital.

Nurse Educators and Leaders

Dana-Farber Nurse Educators & Leaders provide clinical leadership, education, management, and mentorship for clinical staff to nurture leadership potential and to promote professional development. Nurse Educators & Leaders demonstrate critical thinking, commitment to diversity, collaboration, clinical judgment, clinical inquiry, facilitation of learning and advocacy for patients and staff

Nurse Practitioners

The Nurse Practitioners (NP) in our Adult and Pediatric clinics are advanced practice nurses who demonstrate specialized clinical expertise and leadership skills within an interdisciplinary care team.

Nurse Scientists

Nurse Scientists in The Phyllis F. Cantor Center for Research in Nursing and Patient Care Services conducts and promotes research focused on the patient/family experience of living with and beyond cancer, with an emphasis on symptoms, interventions, and outcomes.

Occupational Health

The Dana-Farber Occupational Health Services (OHS) nursing team provides specialized care that focuses on the health, safety, and productivity of our work force members in a safe working environment

Oncology Nurse Navigators

The Oncology Nurse Navigator (ONN) in our Adult and Pediatric clinics use their oncology-specific clinical knowledge to offer individualized guidance and advocacy to patients, families, and caregivers to foster independence during their complex cancer journey. The ONN also provides education, training, and support through symptom management.

Patient Care Services

Nursing and Patient Care Services believes in supporting the whole patient through our Center for Spiritual Care, interpreting services to patients and families with limited or no English proficiency through Interpreter Services, and through our Patient and Family Programs and Services who serve patients and their families by providing programs, resources, information, and services that complement clinical care.

Pediatric Oncology Nursing

Pediatric Oncology Nurses in the Jimmy Fund Clinic provide specialized oncology nursing care through patient and family education and psychosocial and emotional support as they serve our youngest patients. The Pediatric Nurse serves as a member of a multidisciplinary care team that requires effective communication and collaboration with co-workers and staff at the Institute along with top ranked Dana-Farber/Boston Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders Center.

Radiation Oncology/Imaging Nursing

The Radiation Oncology and Imaging Nurses provide assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care for a complex patient population. The staff nurse provides patient and family education and psychosocial and emotional support. These nurses are a member of a multidisciplinary care team that requires effective communication and collaboration with co-workers and staff at Dana-Farber, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and other collaborating institutions and agencies.

Research Nursing

The Clinical Research Nurse (CRN) utilizes expert knowledge of cancer as a disease process and cancer treatment modalities, while also conducting clinical research and providing hands-on care to the patient in both our adult and pediatric clinics.

Venous Access Nursing

Venous Access Nurses provide vein assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care for a complex patient population. The Venous Access Nurse provides patient and family education and psychosocial and emotional support. Venous Access Nurses are members of a multidisciplinary care team that requires effective communication and collaboration with co-workers and staff at Dana-Farber, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and other collaborating institutions and agencies.

Benefits of Joining Our Team

Learning & Development

Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity

Volunteer Opportunities

Community Involvement

Generous Time Off

Transportation Reimbursement

Flexible Work Environment