Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse
Orange, CA
Catalytic Solutions
3x12 hrs, Flexible
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Infusion Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: Orange, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

• Position: Infusion RN
• Schedule: 4 days a week, 10-hour shifts (Monday-Friday), Wednesday off
• Patient Care:

  • 70% Oncology-based therapy
  • 30% Blood transfusion, IVIG, hydration, iron therapy
• Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:4
• Floating: Required to float between like units
• Weekend shifts: Not required
• Block scheduling: Possible, at manager's discretion
• First-time travelers accepted only if they have chemotherapy certification and 2+ years of experience

Required Experience

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (Infusion/Oncology)
• Years of Experience: Minimum 2 years (preferred 1-2 years, but 2+ years required for first-timers)
• Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required

Required Certifications and Licenses

• Registered Nurse license valid in California
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Chemotherapy Certification (CHEMO CERT) - Required for this position
• Additional certifications that may be required or recommended (verify with clinical track):

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
  • CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute)
  • NIH Stroke Certification
  • IV Certification (if applicable)

Facility and Work Environment

• Type: Acute Care Hospital, Magnet recognized
• Total staffed beds: 426
• Charting system: Epic
• Parking: Free
• Scrub color for RNs: Royal Blue

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Physical Exam within 1 year of start date
• Drug Screening: 10-panel within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• Immunizations and Health Documents:

  • TDAP (Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis) within 10 years or declination
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months, updated annually
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B vaccination or signed declination
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer
  • Flu vaccine during flu season or declination
  • COVID vaccine or declination
• Respirator Safety Clearance (RespSafety) for travel starts on or after 2/5/2024
• Background Check: Must be completed within 45 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
• Education Verification: Required for nursing degree
• Employment Application: Must include last 5 years of employment with explanations for gaps/overlaps
• References: Minimum 2 supervisor references covering 1 year of employment in a comparable specialty/setting within last 3 years

Additional Notes

• Pending licenses are not accepted
• Guaranteed hours: Facility may call off once per two-week pay period
• Local radius: 50 miles (for local rate considerations)
• Photo for badge required prior to start
• Must complete required WorkRamp modules and Epic training as assigned
• Float policy acknowledgment required

This position is ideal for experienced infusion RNs with chemotherapy certification looking for a travel contract in a reputable acute care hospital setting with a focus on oncology infusion therapies.