Travel RN (Registered Nurse) Oncology

Job Summary

Travel RN (Registered Nurse) Oncology

Talented Medical Solutions

Full-time, Contract

In-Office | Fort Wayne, IN, United States

DURATION: 13 Weeks

RTO BLACKOUT DATES OR REQUIRED HOLIDAYS: Every other holiday required

GH: 72 Bi-Weekly (96 Bi-Weekly not an option)

SHIFT: Nights, 7P-7A

CALL REQUIREMENTS: Every Other or every third weekend, holidays on rotation schedule, no on call requirements

FLOATING REQUIRED: Yes

REQUIREMENTS:RN IN licensure, ACLS, BLS

SKILLS: RN required, oncology background preferred

Lutheran employed staff required to obtain chemo/bio certification within one year of employment

2+ years' experience, oncology experience a plus

EMR: Cerner 

SCOPE OF ROLE: Medical/surgical oncology unit, chemotherapy administration, blood products 

NUMBER OF BEDS IN UNIT: 24

PATIENT RATIO: 5:1 sometimes 6:1

SCRUB COLOR: Navy blue

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to oncology patients in various settings.

• Administer medications and monitor patient responses to treatments.

• Educate patients and families about cancer treatments and care plans.

• Participate in ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

• Collaborate with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans.

• Monitor vital signs and report any changes to the healthcare team.

• Assist in managing patient pain and discomfort effectively.

• Document patient progress and maintain accurate medical records.

• Engage in performance evaluations and set personal improvement goals.

• Utilize data to assess patient outcomes and improve care strategies.

• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and safety standards.

• Foster a supportive environment for patients and their families.

Experience/Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.

• Willingness to engage in continuous professional development and training.

• Experience in oncology nursing or related healthcare field preferred.

• Ability to collaborate with healthcare teams for individualized care.

• Strong problem-solving skills to manage patient pain and discomfort.

• Strong communication skills for patient and family education.

• Competency in monitoring vital signs and responding to changes.

• Knowledge of healthcare regulations and safety standards compliance.

• Ability to work effectively in a high-visibility, results-oriented environment.

• Experience with documenting patient progress and maintaining records.

What's in it for you? (Salary, Commissions & Benefits)

• Enjoy a collaborative work environment at our on-site location in Fort Wayne, IN.

• Receive a competitive base salary that reflects your skills and contributions.