Medical Surgical Oncology Registered Nurse (RN)

The Medical Surgical Oncology unit is seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Nurse to care for patients undergoing chemotherapy treatments. Candidates must be either chemotherapy certified or open to obtaining certification. The certification process can be completed prior to starting the assignment or while on-site.

Job Details

• Shift: 3×12 hour shifts from 18:45 to 07:15
• Contract Length: Accepting 13-26 week contracts
• Call Requirements: On-call shifts may be required; call-offs could potentially lead to cancellation
• Weekend Requirements: Every other weekend is mandatory
• Floating: Required to float to similar units and alternate medical patient care locations
• Patient Ratios: 1:6

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care to patients who have received chemotherapy treatments
• Monitor patients for adverse effects and administer appropriate interventions
• Conduct medical assessments and document findings accurately
• Administer medications, including chemotherapy and biotherapy, through various routes
• Maintain a safe environment while implementing infection control measures
• Participate in regular staff meetings and contribute to patient care planning

Qualifications

• Current BLS certification required
• ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration certification preferred; willingness to obtain certification is essential
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a medical-surgical setting required
• Experience with colostomy care, blood product administration, central line management, and wound care
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

Skills Required

• Inpatient experience in a Medical/Surgical environment
• Proficient in accessing ports and managing intravenous lines
• Ability to administer insulin and heparin drips
• Knowledge of surgical drain management and utilization of non-invasive airway management techniques
• Experience working with isolation precautions and wound care processes

Special Procedures and Unit Details

• Staff will assist with patient coverage during peak census periods
• Attendance to monthly staff meetings is mandatory

Unit Systems

• Proficient in using PYXIS, EPIC, and SBAR for medication management and documentation

Orientation

A comprehensive 24-hour orientation consisting of two shifts will be provided.

Scrubs

Scrubs should be navy blue and white.

All candidates must pass EKG testing prior to the start of the assignment.