Medical Surgical Oncology Registered Nurse (RN)

This position involves caring for patients receiving chemotherapy and requires travelers who are either chemotherapy certified or willing to obtain certification. Certification can be obtained prior to starting the assignment or during the assignment. Travelers must confirm commitment to obtaining the ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration certification.

Job Details

• Shift: 3×12 (18:45 – 07:15)
• Longer contracts accepted (13-26 weeks)
• On-call availability required
• Every other weekend required
• Floating to similar units and alternate care locations may be necessary
• Patient ratios: 1:6

Responsibilities

This unit cares for and monitors patients who have received chemotherapy. Responsibilities include:

• Providing high-quality patient care in a medical-surgical setting
• Administering chemotherapy and biotherapy (IV, PO, or injection)
• Managing diverse patient diagnoses, including AKI, sepsis, cancer, septic shock, and more
• Utilizing advanced nursing skills such as accessing ports, blood product administration, and managing PICC lines
• Participation in disaster response as part of the Storm Team or Hurricane Team
• Attendance to monthly staff meetings is required

Qualifications

• BLS certification required
• ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration certification preferred; travelers must be willing to obtain this certification
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a medical-surgical nursing role is required
• First-time travelers are accepted

Skills Required

• Experience in an inpatient setting
• Proficient in colostomy care, central line blood draws, peripheral line management, and wound care
• Knowledge of medication administration, including heparin and insulin, and the use of nasal cannulas
• Competency in managing isolation precautions and surgical drains

Unit Systems

The unit employs the following systems for medication, documentation, and communication:

• PYXIS
• EPIC
• SBAR

Orientation

A 24-hour orientation (2 shifts) will be provided to ensure seamless integration into the unit.

Scrubs Policy

Navy blue and white scrubs are required for this position.