Clinical Nurse – Radiotherapy Services, Day Shift

Job overview

The Clinical Nurse – Radiotherapy Services, Day Shift role is onsite in Washington, DC. The base pay range is $37.33–$62.43 per hour under the DC Nurses Association wage scale. The nurse joins the Oncology team at Howard University Hospital, an academic medical center focused on patient-centered care, education, research, and health equity. The nurse provides professional care to patients receiving radiation therapy and supportive oncology services. The role supports safe treatment, symptom management, patient education, and coordinated care throughout the radiotherapy process.

What you'll do

• Provide direct nursing care to patients receiving radiation therapy
• assess patients before, during, and after treatment
• monitor and manage symptoms and side effects
• educate patients and families
• collaborate with radiation oncologists and interdisciplinary teams
• administer prescribed medications and supportive therapies
• document in the electronic medical record
• follow radiation safety and infection-control protocols
• participate in quality improvement and patient safety activities.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

clinical nurse

radiotherapy services

day shift

full-time

washington dc

howard university hospital

oncology

radiation therapy

patient education

symptom management

$37.33–$62.43/hr

bsn required

dc rn license

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• retirement savings plan
• paid time off and holidays
• tuition reimbursement
• and professional development opportunities.

Why this role

The position is covered by the DC Nurses Association collective bargaining agreement; the posting also lists an updated range effective July 1, 2026.

About the employer

Howard University Hospital is hiring for this role. Industry: General Medical and Surgical Hospitals. Sector: 62.