Outpatient Oncology Registered Nurse
Baltimore, MD
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Oncology Clinic Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Employment Type: Travel/Contract

Job Description

• Position: Outpatient Oncology Registered Nurse (5 days a week, 8-hour shifts, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM)
• Work Setting: Infusion Center and Outpatient Oncology
• Patient Population: Treats all cancers except acute leukemias
• Skills Required:

  • Biotherapy
  • Chemotherapy (Certifications required: ONS/ONCC)
  • IV Therapy/Infusions
  • Medication administration
  • Management of oncologic emergencies
• Preferred Experience: Care of patients with bladder/kidney, brain, breast, colorectal, ENT, leukemia/blood dyscrasias cancers, and hematology
• Certification Requirements:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • Chemo certification (ONS/ONCC)
  • ONS/ONCC certification
• Flu vaccine is mandatory for all employees

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Nurse in Oncology
• Required Years of Experience: Minimum 2 years (based on work history verification and references)
• Prior Travel Experience: At least 1 prior travel assignment required for travel contracts

Certifications & Competencies

• BLS (AHA or ARC)
• Chemo certification (ONS/ONCC)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – review as applicable
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) if working in ED or Pediatrics
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure) as required by unit
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) as required by unit
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (must score 80% or higher within 3 years)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (specific units only; must meet score requirements and be updated annually)
• Other certifications as required by unit or state licensing

Health & Safety Requirements

• Annual physical exam confirming ability to work without accommodations and free from communicable disease
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within the past year (or annual questionnaire if prior positive history)
• Immunizations or titers for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or signed declination)
• Tdap vaccine within the last 10 years preferred
• Flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption required for flu season (Sept-Mar)
• Drug screening within 90 days of start (excluding marijuana)
• N95 Fit Test within 9 months of start and updated annually (client may complete onsite)

Background & Documentation

• Criminal background check within 90 days of start, including all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years
• Education verification for highest degree required by position
• Employment application with 7 years of work history (no gaps)
• Two positive supervisory references supporting at least 2 years of experience in the last 3 years
• Skills checklist updated annually
• Valid state nursing license verification prior to start
• I9 and E-Verify attestation required
• Facility-specific orientation and safety manual acknowledgment required annually

Additional Notes

• Valid driver's license required if driving is an essential job function
• Completion of facility-specific modules (SITELS) prior to start date
• Photo for badge with specific requirements (clear, centered, no glare, solid background)

This position is ideal for experienced oncology RNs with outpatient infusion center skills and required oncology certifications, looking for a travel contract in Maryland.