Oncology Med Surg Telemetry RN
Columbus, OH
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse – Med Surg Oncology (Travel/Contract)

Location: Columbus, Ohio
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 16 weeks

Job Description

• 12-hour day/night rotating shifts (days, nights, or combination based on staffing needs; shift assignments reviewed every 4 weeks but not guaranteed to change)
• Patient population primarily includes:

  • Patients requiring continuous cardiac monitoring related to chemotherapy
  • Soft tissue malignancy patients receiving diagnostics, chemotherapy, and symptom management
  • Symptom management related to disease progression or treatment
  • Management of comorbidities
• Strong emphasis on infection prevention protocols and patient fall prevention
• Use of specialized equipment including:

  • GE telemetry system (B450 monitors)
  • Bladder Scanner
  • Alaris pumps
  • Stryker beds

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Ohio
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Minimum 2 years of Med Surg / Telemetry nursing experience, including experience within the last year
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system
• Clinical skills including:

  • Interpretation of dysrhythmias
  • Arterial line management
  • Central line care/management
  • PICC line management
  • Assistance with chest tube insertion/removal
  • High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC) management