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Astera Cancer Care

Multispecialty oncology and radiation therapy provider

Registered Nurse

Full-Time
$43 - $47/hr+ 401(k) Company Contribution + Profit Sharing + Employee Referral Bonus
Junior
Bachelor's
Morristown, NJ, USA
In Person
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryNursing & Frontline Patient Care

About the job

Requirements
  • A minimum of one year of professional nursing experience is required; clinical experience is preferred.
  • A current New Jersey registered nurse license is required.
  • A current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certificate is required.
  • Knowledge of nursing processes; health care systems, structure and functions; and community resources is required.
  • Understanding of health care technology, equipment and supplies, state law on nursing care, nurse practice guidelines, and clinical policies and procedures is required.
  • Knowledge of wellness and illness, growth and development, human behavior psychosocial factors, and alternative health care treatments is required.
  • Knowledge of chart and medical record documentation requirements and federal and state laws related to release of health care information is required.
  • Skill in patient triage in person and on the phone is required.
  • Ability to engage clients and families in the development and implementation of a care plan is required.
  • Ability to read and interpret physicians’ orders and notes from other providers is required.
  • Ability to calculate and administer drug dosage and injections and measure results is required.
  • Completion of nursing training from an accredited school of nursing is required.
  • Basic Life Support affiliated with the American Heart Association is required.
Responsibilities
  • Obtain patient consent for care and ensure patient confidentiality.
  • Obtain and document health history, chief complaint information, vital signs, health risk factors, and disease-condition assessments.
  • Provide patient care based on practice guidelines, standards of care, and federal and state laws and regulations.
  • Execute prescribed treatments and medical interventions, administer prescribed medications, and monitor and document treatment progress and patient response.
  • Refer to or consult with physicians, other health providers, and community resources to prevent or resolve problems or concerns.
  • Educate patients and families about health status, health maintenance, and management of acute and chronic conditions.
  • Document patient assessment and intervention data using established medical record forms, automated systems, and documentation practices.
  • Participate in multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care processes and outcomes.
  • Track quality assurance data and monitor acute and chronic care management.
Desired Qualifications
  • Clinical experience is preferred.

About the company

Astera Cancer Care (ACC) is a multispecialty medical practice that treats cancer and blood disorders. It brings together medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and breast surgeons who work across 14 locations in New Jersey and one in Pennsylvania. ACC offers standard and advanced cancer therapies, including chemotherapy, biologic therapy, immunotherapy, and radiopharmaceuticals, and provides a wide range of radiation treatments such as proton therapy, prostate brachytherapy, and radiosurgery. The group also runs a clinical trials program, including one of the few community-based CAR-T cell trial programs in the United States. In addition to treatment, ACC leads in value-based oncology care and develops alternative payment models to reduce costs and improve outcomes for patients.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

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Headquarters

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Founded

2021

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What believers are saying

  • East Brunswick opened at 629 Cranbury Road, updated August 24, 2026.
  • Brick moved to a new facility on August 3, 2026.
  • Astera announced Knowtex generative AI workflows in August 2026.

What critics are saying

  • START integration ties Astera research execution to OneOncology's 2025 platform choices.
  • Hospital systems and academic centers in New Jersey pressure referrals and recruiting.
  • Payer cuts and physician departures collapse Astera's independent practice economics.

What makes Astera Cancer Care unique

  • Astera Cancer Care runs 14 New Jersey and Pennsylvania locations as of August 2026.
  • It offers proton therapy, radiosurgery, brachytherapy, and radiopharmaceuticals across community sites.
  • Astera joined START Research in 2025, bringing early-phase trials into community oncology.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • HSA/FSA?
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Paid Time Off

Company News

Patch Media
Jun 29th, 2023
New Cancer Care Center Opens In East Brunswick's 'Medical Mile' | East Brunswick, NJ Patch

Astera Cancer Care opened a new location at 629 Cranbury Road in East Brunswick.