Medical Surgical Oncology Nurse
Augusta, GA
Wayward Medical
3x12 hrs, Days
Relocation Bonus

Medical Surgical Oncology Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Augusta, Georgia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 14 weeks

Job Summary

• Patient population: Adults to Geriatrics
• Unit type: Medical Surgical Oncology
• Shift: Day shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
• Average daily census: 15 patients (19 beds total)
• Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:6
• Floating: Yes, within facility and possibly to a nearby campus (~3 miles away)
• Weekend requirement: Every other weekend
• Call: None
• Holiday work: Required to work major holidays during assignment (expectation varies by number of holidays)
• Orientation: Maximum 7 days return to office (RTO)
• Electronic systems: Epic (required), Pyxis, SBAR
• Scrub color: Navy Blue

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Georgia
• Minimum 2 years of oncology nursing experience, with oncology experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Experience with Epic electronic medical record system

Clinical Skills & Responsibilities

• Care for oncology patients from diagnosis through end-of-life
• Manage hematology diagnoses and oncologic emergencies
• Experience with DNR/Comfort Care patients
• Administer chemotherapy precautions
• Manage morphine and dilaudid drips, CADD pumps, PCA pumps

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Full compliance required to start on time; delays may push start date by 2 weeks due to orientation scheduling
• Background check required within 30 days of start, including national and county criminal searches, sex offender registry, and education verification
• Education verification required; diploma/transcript may be accepted if degree verification is pending
• Drug screen: Negative 10-panel drug test within 60 days of start (includes amphetamines, benzodiazepines, cocaine, opiates, methadone, PCP, THC, etc.)
• Physical exam: Required within 12 months prior to start
• Immunizations and titers required or documentation of immunity:

  • TB test (PPD, QGold, or TSpot) within 12 months or chest x-ray if positive history
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) – 2 vaccines or positive titer with boosters if needed
  • Varicella – 2 vaccines or positive titer with boosters if needed
  • Hepatitis B surface antibody titer or signed declination
  • Flu vaccine or signed declination (required during flu season)
  • TDAP highly recommended but not required
• Annual TB questionnaire required regardless of TB test results
• Color blindness test required; alternative assessment available if needed
• Competency exams required by agency (medication test, dysrhythmia/EKG competency for telemetry-related units)

Additional Requirements

• Skills checklist updated within 12 months
• Verification of most recent work history required (can be pending with proof of processing)
• Two clinical references required
• Must review and sign facility-specific policies including Code of Conduct and Dress/Professional Appearance Policy

Notes

• Locals accepted at same rate
• Number of non-billable orientation hours depends on contract length
• Floating may include work at a nearby campus within 3 miles
• No call responsibilities
• Major holidays include New Year’s, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Spring Break (no RTO during Spring Break)

This position is ideal for experienced oncology RNs seeking a travel contract with a focus on adult and geriatric oncology care in a well-supported hospital setting.