Radiation Oncology Nurse Navigator
Washington, DC
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN with a DC license for a Medical Surgical Oncology position, with a focus on radiation therapy and care for oncology patients.

Responsibilities

• Work in a hospital-based Medical Surgical Oncology unit
• Patient population includes adults receiving radiation therapy for cancer diagnoses
• Role requires care in a Radiation Treatment Center and support for Radiation Medicine
• Shifts rotate between 1300-2100 and 1200-2030, Monday through Friday
• Day shift schedule is typically 8:00 - 16:30
• Utilizes the Cerner EMR system
• Role may include office duties such as chart preparation, pharmacy calls, and disability forms
• Nurse navigator/care coordination responsibilities
• Primary duties include patient education, skincare and wound care, assessment of radiation toxicity, and addressing social needs
• Responsible for telephone triage and coordination with physicians and emergency services as needed
• Must provide care for patients reporting daily for radiation therapy
• Flu vaccination required for all employees
• Orientation may include up to 12 hours of modules completed prior to and during the orientation period
• A minimum of 1 year gap is required for return staff who were previous employees of the health system
• Local candidates within 60 miles may be considered but will be offered a different pay rate
• No more than 7 days of time off (RTO) per 13-week contract is strongly preferred, with no RTO permitted in the first two weeks
• Scrub or dress code requirements not specified

Requirements

• Active DC RN license required at time of consideration
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• At least one completed travel assignment preferred
• Experience in oncology or radiation oncology strongly preferred
• Proficiency with port and central line care, IV starts, and management of oncologic emergencies such as acute tumor lysis syndrome, anaphylaxis, and sepsis
• Experience with Cerner charting preferred
• Two supervisory references from the past two years required

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts