Oncology Registered Nurse
Charlottesville, VA
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Oncology Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location

• Charlottesville, Virginia

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Work Schedule

• Day shift with two possible schedules:

  • 4 days per week, 10-hour shifts (8:00 AM – 6:30 PM or 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM)
  • 4 days per week, 12-hour shifts (7:00 AM – 7:30 PM)
• Every 4th weekend required
• May be required to float to two other local infusion centers (unlikely)

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Virginia
• Minimum of 1 year oncology nursing experience within the last year
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Chemotherapy certification (CHEMO)
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Required Documentation and Compliance

• Government-issued photo ID (driver’s license or state ID) must be carried during hours of service
• Background checks including:

  • 7-year criminal history check within 60 days of start, updated annually
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start, updated every 30 days
  • Education verification (BSN preferred; ASN required if no BSN)
  • Abuse registry search required only for Behavioral Health or specific units
• Primary source verification of state license within 30 days of start
• NURSYS verification required for all RNs within 30 days of start
• Physical exam within 12 months attesting ability to meet physical demands of position
• Drug screening within 2 months of start, updated annually (10-panel including marijuana and fentanyl)
• Immunizations and health screenings:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccination (no exemptions)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray (2-step PPD or Qgold acceptable; Tspot not accepted)
  • Annual TB questionnaire if past positive
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: 2 vaccines or positive titer required (no declinations)
  • Hepatitis B: Positive Hep B Surface Antibody titer required or negative Surface and Antigen titers within 6 months
  • Varicella: 2 vaccines or titer required (declination accepted but must be documented)
  • Seasonal flu vaccination required during flu season (no exemptions)
• Fit testing required for patient-facing clinical roles, completed onsite if needed
• Pass/Fail cardiac rhythm assessment required during orientation for adult inpatient RN positions (not required for oncology/chemo RNs)
• Completion of facility-specific forms including professional appearance guidelines, release authorization, TB screening, traveler compliance, and EH screening form prior to start

Additional Notes

• Candidates may be required to complete UVA-specific education and clinical check-off after start related to chemotherapy certification
• Floating to other infusion centers is possible but unlikely
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations required
• Skills checklist and competency exams must be updated annually as applicable

This position offers a specialized oncology nursing role focused on chemotherapy and biotherapy administration with a travel contract in Virginia. Candidates should be prepared for rigorous compliance and certification requirements specific to oncology infusion nursing.