Oncology Registered Nurse
Springfield, IL
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) travel opportunity in Springfield, Illinois (62781) at a Magnet-recognized, Level I trauma center — seeking an RN with 1+ year inpatient oncology/chemotherapy experience and an active Illinois RN license. Apply now to join a supportive oncology team for a 13-week travel nursing assignment (April 6, 2026 – July 6, 2026).

Job Details

• Location: Springfield, IL 62781 — Springfield, Illinois oncology nursing job
• Assignment Duration: 13 weeks (April 6, 2026 – July 6, 2026)
• Position: Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) / Chemotherapy Nurse (Travel Nurse)
• Shift: Day shift, 3 x 12-hour shifts per week (07:15 – 18:45)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Unit: Oncology (MMC6220-2E ONCOLOGY)
• Patient Census: 24 beds/rooms — typical patient ratio 6–7 patients per nurse
• Charting / EMR: Cerner (Cerner EMR experience preferred)
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend; holiday coverage as needed
• Scrub Color: Any solid color
• Parking: Free with permit
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $2000-$2100

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year recent inpatient oncology RN experience (chemotherapy/oncology unit)
• Active Illinois RN license (in hand or currently in application)
• BLS certification (AHA or Red Cross required)
• Chemo certification (ONS/ONCC) preferred — chemotherapy administration experience preferred
• Experience with Cerner EHR/EMR preferred
• Comfortable floating within the hospital and to affiliate hospitals as needed
• Experience in Level I/II trauma, community hospital, and LTAC settings preferred
• Able to manage typical oncology patient ratios (6–7 patients) and complete compliance/orientation promptly

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, evidence-based nursing care to adult and geriatric oncology patients on an inpatient oncology unit
• Administer chemotherapy safely (IV, oral, continuous infusion, IV push), manage cytotoxic spills, and handle post-chemotherapy body fluid precautions
• Monitor and interpret lab values, recognize abnormalities related to chemotherapy, and communicate findings to the interdisciplinary team
• Perform IV therapy and infusion duties: access ports, central/PICC line care, blood product administration, and initiate IVs
• Provide patient and family education, symptom management, and discharge teaching related to oncology care
• Collaborate closely with PT, RT, pharmacy, social services, case management, and rapid response teams to coordinate patient-centered care
• Float to other units as needed to support facility staffing and patient needs
• Participate in weekend rotation and holiday coverage as required

Springfield combines urban amenities and small-town friendliness — enjoy parks, museums, and a vibrant downtown while advancing your oncology nursing skills in a Magnet-recognized facility. This travel nursing job is ideal for RNs seeking hands-on oncology/chemotherapy experience in a supportive, high-acuity environment.

Apply now: If you are an experienced Oncology RN or travel nurse with chemotherapy experience and an active Illinois RN license, join our healthcare team today. Submit your application to be considered for this Springfield, IL oncology travel nurse position.

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