MedSurg Oncology Registered Nurse
Thomasville, GA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse (MedSurg) - Travel/Contract Position

Location: Thomasville, Georgia
Assignment Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Schedule: Every Other Week (EOW), block scheduling considered
Patient Ratio: 1:6 or 1:7 (experience with higher ratios required)
Start Date: Approximately 3 weeks from offer

Job Details

• Unit: Oncology Floor (MedSurg RN)
• Oncology experience highly preferred
• Minimum 1 year recent MedSurg experience required
• Previous travel experience preferred (not explicitly required)
• EMR systems used: Cerner & Soarian
• Royal Blue scrubs required (not provided)

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or ARC provider/instructor certs acceptable
• Telemetry skills required
• IV Start skills required

Additional certifications may be required depending on specialty/unit but not explicitly stated for this role.

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (MedSurg)
• Minimum Years of Experience: 1 year recent MedSurg experience
• Prior travel experience: Preferred but not required

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Proof of I9 or attestation
• Government-issued photo ID (color copy required)
• Proof of E-Verify or attestation
• 7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start, updated annually
• Education verification (diploma or transcript accepted)
• NURSYS license verification (for RNs)
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, updated annually
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start
• TB testing: QGold or TSPOT within 30 days of start (no PPDs accepted)
• Immunizations or titers for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or declination)
• Flu vaccine required during flu season (Sept 3 - Mar 31) unless approved medical/religious exemption
• Fit test completed onsite at no cost
• Two recent supervisor/manager references verified within 12 months
• Skills checklist and competency exams updated annually
• Facility-specific HealthStream modules must be completed prior to start
• Photo for badge required within 24 hours of signing (passport-style, no selfies)

Additional Notes

• Local candidates within 31-50 miles considered; under 30 miles not considered
• Fingerprinting requirements apply primarily to CNAs; RN candidates should confirm state-specific requirements
• Facility dress code must be reviewed by candidate
• Flu exemption requires detailed documentation and facility approval
• Candidate must be able to complete all required documentation and training prior to start date

This position is ideal for a Registered Nurse with recent MedSurg experience, preferably with oncology exposure, who is comfortable with higher patient ratios and flexible scheduling. Prior travel experience is a plus but not mandatory. Compliance with extensive credentialing, background checks, and immunization requirements is essential.