Travel Nurse RN - Oncology in Redding, CA

Provide direct patient care on a 17-bed Med/Surg Oncology unit, primarily serving oncology patients with potential overflow med/surg patients. Collaborate with a clinical supervisor (non-patient assignment) who provides break relief, a nurse aide (8-hour day coverage), and 24/7 hospitalist, RT, and pharmacy support.

Job ID: 899413
Job Title

Registered Nurse - Oncology (Med/Surg Oncology)
Location

Redding, CA | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | 12-hour shifts (6:45 AM - 7:15 PM) | Onsite
Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a 17-bed Med/Surg Oncology unit, primarily serving oncology patients with potential overflow med/surg patients
• Maintain patient ratios of 1:5, or 1:4 when a patient is receiving chemotherapy; nurses are not required to administer chemotherapy
• Monitor and interpret telemetry via portable tele box as needed; must be able to read and interpret cardiac rhythms and will be required to pass a dysrhythmia exam
• Collaborate with a clinical supervisor (non-patient assignment) who provides break relief, a nurse aide (8-hour day coverage), and 24/7 hospitalist, RT, and pharmacy support
• Fulfill weekend requirements of 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule and participate in the holiday rotation alongside permanent staff
• Float as needed to telemetry (1:4 ratio) or other med/surg floors

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license valid in California
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in Med/Surg Oncology
• Ability to read and interpret cardiac rhythms; must pass an on-site dysrhythmia exam
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Proficiency with Cerner EMR

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience floating to telemetry units
• Familiarity with oncology patient populations and comfort working in a mixed oncology/med/surg environment
• Strong team-player mindset with demonstrated adaptability in fast-paced settings

Why Join Us

• Work within a well-supported unit featuring 24/7 hospitalist coverage, respiratory therapy, and pharmacy services on-site
• Holiday time-off requests will be considered and worked into the scheduling process