Med-Surg/Oncology RN
Bismarck, ND
Olaro
3x12 hrs, Days

Registered Nurse (Medsurg/Oncology) - Bismarck, ND

Job Details

• Specialty: Medsurg/Oncology RN
• Location: Bismarck, North Dakota
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: Days (07:00 - 19:30)
• Hours per Day: 12
• Hours per Week: 36
• Unit Beds: 31
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratios:

  • Days: 1:4-5
  • Nights: 1:5-6
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Holiday Requirement: As needed
• Call/Standby: None
• Floating: May float to other MedSurg units and occasionally ER; no mom/baby float; Telemetry patients covered by Tele RN for strip reading
• Orientation: 1-2 shifts of unit-specific orientation on the floor
• Dress Code: No specific scrub color; scrubs not provided
• Scheduling: Manager-made schedule; block scheduling considered if unit needs are met

Patient Population & Unit Information

• Adults and geriatrics
• Common diagnoses: Stroke (acute and stroke unit, no thrombectomies), hypertension, COPD, cellulitis, congestive heart failure, atrial fibrillation (non-RVR), chest pain, post-ICU MI, altered mental status/behavioral health, some telemetry, surgical overflow (excluding joint or cranial surgeries)
• Oncology core staff responsible for chemotherapy administration; no oncology provider on site during the day
• Unit culture described as family-oriented with strong teamwork; supportive environment for travelers

Clinical Responsibilities

• RNs are required to titrate drips (e.g., Lasix, Heparin); Lasix experience preferred but not mandatory
• Experience with tracheostomy care and BiPAP preferred but not required
• RNs troubleshoot BiPAP and manage stable trachs with blow-by oxygen
• Telemetry monitor techs handle strip reading; RNs are not required to interpret EKG strips
• Charge Nurse present on each shift as a resource, usually without patient assignment unless staffing requires

Required Qualifications

• Current RN license valid in North Dakota
• BLS Certification required
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required
• Experience: Open to first-time travel nurses; preferred experience with trach and BiPAP
• Prior travel experience: Not required

Additional Notes

• Radius rule: Candidates must live within 50 miles and cannot be currently employed full-time, part-time, or PRN with any related facilities in the area
• Return to Office (RTO) required within 7 days of contract start; no additional RTO approvals after submission