TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Oncology RN in Columbus, Ohio, 43210!
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Oncology
Duration: 16 weeks
Shift: Day/Night
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: Overall 2 years of acute care nursing experience, with at least 1 year of PCU experience
License: Valid nursing license
Certifications: Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), NIH
Must-Have: High acuity PCU patient experience
Description:
The unit specializes in medical oncology with progressive care beds and pediatric patients.
It has a high acuity level and a small number of med-surg patients.
On the unit, patient diagnoses include solid tumor, orthopedic oncology, and thoracic oncology.
The unit is a 36-bed telemetry unit with over 24 beds dedicated to PCU level of care.
Pediatric patients are cared for rarely and will likely be cared for by permanent staff.
Pediatric experience is not required for agency staff.
There is a heavy focus on infection prevention protocols and patient falls.
Required skills include interpretation of dysrhythmias and use of rapid response teams.
Candidates must have experience with blood product administration, central and peripheral line care, and IV management.
Candidates should be familiar with managing cardiac drips, PCA pumps, and high flow nasal cannula.
Skills in interpreting arterial blood gases, tracheostomy management, and wound care are preferred.
Agency staff may float within units of equivalent or lower acuity levels.
Staffing ratios aim for 1:4-5 but may vary based on unit needs.
Weekend shifts are variable.
Current acute care experience is mandatory.