RN - Oncology

Cynet Health; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for an Oncology unit in Wilmington, NC. The 13-week travel assignment features a night shift of 12 hours and requires chemotherapy experience or certification. Must have an active nursing license and 2 years of nursing experience, with BLS at minimum.

Travelers should be willing to obtain chemotherapy certification if not already certified, and may float to similar units with ongoing unit support and education opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2 years of nursing experience
• Active nursing license
• BLS certification required; ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration preferred
• Willingness to obtain chemotherapy certification
• Experience in inpatient oncology or medical-surgical units

Responsibilities

• Care for patients receiving chemotherapy on an inpatient unit
• Travel assignment with 13 weeks duration; 12-hour night shifts
• Must float to similar units and adapt to unit policies
• Attend monthly staff meetings and comply with facility protocols
• Certification can be obtained before start or during assignment

Skills

Inpatient experience

Port access

Blood product administration

Surgical drains management

Chest tube management

Float to similar units

Wound care

Isolation precautions

Non-invasive airway management

Education

BLS certification

ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration

Job description

RN - Oncology

Profession: Registered Nurse

Specialty: Chemotherapy

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Night

Hours per Shift: 12

Experience: 2 years

License: Valid nursing license required

Certifications: BLS required; ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration preferred

Must-Have:

• Experience in an inpatient setting
• Willingness to obtain chemotherapy certification
• Ability to float to similar units

Description:This unit cares for patients receiving chemotherapy.We are seeking travelers who are either chemotherapy certified or willing to obtain certification.Certification can be obtained prior to starting the assignment or during the assignment.A commitment to obtaining the ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration certification is required.If certification is not obtained before the start date, it must be completed while on assignment.All travelers must connect with their representative to confirm their commitment.Call-offs or additional time off on the unit may result in cancellation of the contract.The shift consists of three 12-hour night shifts.Every other weekend coverage is required.Floating to similar units and alternate care locations may be necessary.Patient-to-nurse ratios are typically 1:6.The team also cares for and monitors patients who have received chemotherapy.Skills required include accessing ports, blood product administration, and management of surgical drains and chest tubes.The primary patient population includes those with general medical-surgical diagnoses and administration of chemotherapy/biotherapy.During times of increased patient census, typical ratios may become higher.All staff are expected to attend monthly meetings and comply with facility policies.The unit provides ongoing training and support for travelers to ensure they feel comfortable providing care.Additional skills include wound care, isolation precautions, and non-invasive airway management.As part of the unit's commitment to staff education, free access to various oncology and chemotherapy education courses will be provided.This is a great opportunity for travelers who are already chemotherapy certified and those interested in expanding their oncology experience.