Travel Nurse RN - Oncology in Independence, MO

Utilize documentation system (Meditech) and unit equipment including I-med, I-mobile, Neurons vitals machines, glucometers, PCAs, wound vacs, chest tubes, and surgical drains. Perform procedures including wound vac changes, drain removal, IV/PICC line management, Foley insertion/removal, and NG insertion/removal.

Job Title

Travel RN – Medical Oncology (Days)

Location

Independence, MO | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | 13 Weeks | Full-Time | Days (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM) | Onsite | 48 Hours Guaranteed | Every Third Weekend Required

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a 36-bed Med-Surg/Oncology/Hospice unit with a 1:6 patient ratio
• Care for hemodynamically stable patients requiring cardiac monitoring with no interventions
• Perform procedures including wound vac changes, drain removal, IV/PICC line management, Foley insertion/removal, and NG insertion/removal
• Utilize documentation system (Meditech) and unit equipment including I-med, I-mobile, Neurons vitals machines, glucometers, PCAs, wound vacs, chest tubes, and surgical drains
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team including Clinical Care Coordinators, RNs, LPNs, PCTs, and unit secretaries
• Float to Med-Surg and Telemetry units as needed (Med-Surg level patients)

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience
• Experience with Med-Surg and/or Oncology patient populations
• Proficiency or ability to work with Meditech documentation system

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with Hospice or cardiac monitoring patients
• Familiarity with PICC lines, wound vacs, chest tubes, and surgical drains
• Team-oriented, positive attitude, and patient-centered approach

Why Join Us

• Guaranteed hours (48 hours preferred) provide stability and predictability throughout your 13-week assignment
• Work in a dynamic, well-supported unit with a collaborative multidisciplinary care team