Oncology Medical-Surgical RN
Springfield, IL
Host Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (Oncology/MS RN)

Location: Springfield, Illinois
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Oncology / Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (MS RN)
• Shift: 3x12 or 4x12 hour day shifts
• Average Daily Census: 24 patients (24 rooms/beds)
• Weekend Requirement: Work every other weekend
• Floating: Will float within scope as needed
• Block Schedule: Schedule requests can be discussed with manager
• Locals Accepted: Yes, no radius restrictions

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Illinois
• Minimum 1 year of Oncology experience within the last year
• Medical Surgical nursing experience
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Administration of chemotherapy, including:

  • Body fluid handling post chemotherapy
  • Continuous infusion of chemotherapy
  • IV push administration of chemotherapy
  • Oral administration of chemotherapy
  • Management and disposal of cytotoxic spills
  • Monitoring chemotherapy and recognizing/communicating abnormal lab values
• IV therapy skills including accessing ports
• Administration of coagulation factors

Facility Highlights

• Acute Care Hospital
• Level I Trauma Center
• Magnet recognized facility
• 562 staffed beds
• Charting system: Cerner
• Scrub color: Any solid color
• Parking permit required (no cost)

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background checks including criminal, sex offender, and federal exclusions within 30 days of start
• Primary source verification of licenses and certifications
• Competency exam required for clinical candidates
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, including labs and clearance for core job functions
• Fit mask test required (specific mask types accepted)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
• Immunizations or proof of immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella
• 9-panel drug screen within 30 days of start
• Flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required annually
• Photo for badge within one week of signing contract
• References: 2 professional references required for clinical candidates

Additional Notes

• No on-call requirement
• RTO (Return to Office) restrictions ideally no more than 5 days
• Candidate may be called off up to 36 hours during the 13-week assignment without pay for those hours
• Fingerprinting must be completed in Illinois for candidates without an IL state license providing direct care

This position is suitable for first-time travel nurses.