Medical-Surgical Oncology RN (Chemotherapy & IV Infusion)
Springfield, IL
Host Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Oncology/MS RN)

Location: Springfield, Illinois
Facility: Springfield Memorial Hospital, Hereford Regional Medical Center
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Oncology / Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Registered Nurse
• Shift: Nights, either 3x12 or 4x12 hour shifts (18:45 - 07:15)
• Average Daily Census: 24 patients (24 rooms/beds)
• Experience Required: Minimum 1 year oncology experience preferred; first-timers accepted
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Certifications Preferred:

  • Chemotherapy certification preferred (not required)
  • OCN and ONS/ONCC certifications preferred
• On-Call: Not required
• Floating: May float within scope as needed
• Schedule Flexibility: Block schedule requests can be discussed with manager
• Locals Accepted: Yes, no radius restrictions
• Licensure: Must have active Illinois RN license or be in the application process

Required Skills & Experience

Chemotherapy Skills/Experience

• Administration of chemotherapy
• Body fluid handling post-chemotherapy
• Continuous infusion of chemotherapy
• IV push administration of chemotherapy
• Management and disposal of cytotoxic spills
• Monitoring chemotherapy effects
• Oral administration of chemotherapy
• Recognizing and communicating abnormal lab values

IV Therapy/Infusion Skills/Experience

• Accessing ports
• Administration of coagulation factors, antifungals, antivirals
• Blood and blood product administration
• Care and management of ports and central lines
• Central line blood draws
• PICC line care
• Starting IVs

Facility Highlights

• Type: Acute Care Hospital
• Trauma Level: Level I Trauma Center
• Magnet Status: Magnet-designated hospital
• Total Staffed Beds: 562
• Charting System: Cerner
• Scrub Color: Any solid color allowed
• Parking: Permit required, no cost

Requirements & Documentation

• Licenses & Certifications:

  • Active Illinois RN license or in application process
  • ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications required based on unit/specialty (AHA or RQI acceptable)
  • National tech certification verification
  • NURSYS verification required
• Health Documents:

  • Physical exam within 1 year of start (must indicate good physical and mental health)
  • Fit mask test (specific mask types required)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • Immunizations or titers for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella
  • 9-panel drug screen within 30 days of start
  • Flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption required annually (Oct 1 - Apr 1)
• Background Checks & Screening:

  • Background check covering last 7 years of residence/employment
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start
  • References: 2 professional references required for clinical candidates
  • Illinois-specific registry and criminal searches as required
• Other:

  • Photo for badge within 1 week of signing contract
  • Code of Conduct acknowledgment
  • Parking permit form completion
  • Skills competency exam required for clinical candidates

Additional Notes

• Guaranteed hours may be adjusted with client call-offs up to 36 hours per 13-week assignment without pay for cancelled hours.
• Candidates must be prepared to float as needed within their scope of practice.
• Facility accommodates latex allergies.
• Fingerprinting must be completed in Illinois 3 business days prior to start for candidates without an IL license.

This position is ideal for oncology nurses with chemotherapy experience looking for a travel contract in a Level I trauma, Magnet-designated acute care hospital in Springfield, IL.