Medical-Surgical Telemetry Oncology RN
Tacoma, WA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Oncology unit with telemetry experience and night shift requirements.

Responsibilities

• Work in an acute care setting on a 28-bed Med/Surg Oncology unit with full telemetry monitoring
• Handles a combination of oncology and general med/surg patients, including hospice inpatients
• Patient ratios are 1:4-5
• Night shifts, 12-hours in length, with every other weekend required
• Primary location is St Joseph Medical Center, but floating to other units within the Med/Surg/Tele service line and regional hospitals may be required
• Epic EMR system is used, and experience with Epic is preferred
• Charge nurse is present on each shift; typically, does not take patients
• CNA support is provided, with two CNAs on nights for the unit
• CPAP or BiPap equipment is managed by respiratory therapists; nurses administer nebs, breathing treatments, and suctioning of tracheostomies
• Main responsibilities include providing nursing care for oncology and med/surg patients, interpreting telemetry, and administering titratable drips
• Will be required to float within the Med/Surg/Tele service line and to regional hospitals as needed, according to union guidelines
• Orientation includes Epic training (with option to test out) and 1-2 days of preceptorship
• Scrub dress code is professional-looking scrubs with closed-toe shoes
• Unit features centralized telemetry monitoring and strong CNA support structure
• Holiday coverage is required, rotating with permanent staff
• No call or standby requirements

Requirements

• Active WA or compact RN license required at time of consideration; pending licenses not accepted
• Minimum of 2 years RN experience required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Oncology nursing experience is mandatory
• Chemo certification through ONS is preferred
• Ability to read and interpret telemetry strips is required
• Must pass a dysrhythmia exam during onboarding
• Experience with titrating drips (heparin, Cardizem) required
• Experience with central lines and ports (accessing and dressing changes) preferred
• COVID-19 vaccination 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