Oncology Registered Nurse
Springfield, IL
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Oncology Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position

Location: Springfield, Illinois
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Specialty: Oncology
• Shift: Day shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:15 AM – 6:45 PM)
• Average Daily Census: 24 patients (24 rooms/beds)
• Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital, Level I Trauma Center, Magnet designated
• Total Staffed Beds: 562
• Charting System: Cerner
• Scrub Color: Any solid color
• Parking: Permit required, no cost

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Illinois
• Minimum 1 year of oncology nursing experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Chemotherapy administration skills including continuous infusion and IV push
• Management and disposal of cytotoxic spills
• Accessing ports
• Administration and knowledge of antifungals and antivirals
• Central line blood draw and PICC line care

Health and Compliance Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by an MD, NP, PA, or equivalent, confirming good physical and mental health and ability to perform job functions
• Fit mask test required (specific mask types accepted)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
• Required immunizations or proof of immunity (MMR, Hepatitis B, Varicella) or signed declinations
• 9-panel drug screen within 30 days of start
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required annually
• Background checks including criminal, sex offender, and state-specific searches within 30 days of start
• Fingerprinting and Illinois Healthcare Worker Registry results required for clinical candidates without an IL license (must be completed in Illinois)
• Education verification and competency exam required
• Photo for badge required before start
• Code of conduct review and signature required

Additional Notes

• First-time travel nurses accepted
• No on-call requirement
• Guaranteed hours subject to client call-offs (up to 36 hours per 13-week assignment without pay)
• Candidates must provide answers to interview availability, housing review, and return-to-office confirmation upon submission

This position is ideal for oncology RNs with at least one year of experience seeking a travel contract in a Level I trauma, Magnet-designated acute care hospital in Illinois.