Oncology Medical-Surgical RN, Chemo Certified
Wilmington, NC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring a Chemo Certified Oncology Med/Surg RN with at least two years of inpatient experience and ONC certification for a night shift travel contract.

Responsibilities

• Work in an inpatient unit primarily serving medical-surgical patients with oncology diagnoses
• Patient diagnoses include AKI, sepsis, cancer, septic shock, malignant neoplasms, and more
• Target nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:6; ratios may increase during higher census
• Night shifts (3x12 hours, 18:45-07:15) with every other weekend required
• 13 to 26 week contracts accepted
• Call required if called off on a prescheduled shift
• Floating required to similar units, inpatient holding in the ED, or alternate medical patient care locations
• Expected to participate in Storm Team or Hurricane Team assignments during catastrophic events
• EMR is Epic; Pyxis used for medication management; SBAR for communication
• Responsible for chemotherapy and biotherapy administration via IV, PO, or injection
• Expected to provide care for patients with surgical drains, chest tubes, and a range of complex medical conditions
• Contract staff are assigned equal patient loads as permanent staff
• Monthly staff meeting attendance required
• Storm or disaster response participation is mandatory if needed
• Navy blue and white scrubs required
• Unit provides 24 hours (2 shifts) of orientation
• No additional RTO (time off) allowed after booking; call-offs or additional RTO may result in cancellation

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• Minimum two years of inpatient Med/Surg experience
• ONC certification required and ability to administer chemotherapy
• Current BLS certification required
• Experience with port access, central lines, PICC management, blood administration, wound vacs, and non-invasive airway management required
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start
• First-time travelers accepted

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