Unit: Surgical oncology unit, 36 total staffed beds
Patient population: Mostly abdominal or pelvic procedures and diagnoses (gynecologic oncology, colorectal, pancreatic, liver, stomach). Patients have a known cancer diagnosis and need surgical intervention or management of complications, with a focus on post-op milestones for discharge.
Chemotherapy and biotherapy: None administered on this unit
Ratios: 1:6, which may flex up based on staffing and unit needs. Support is provided during flex periods.
Float scope: Floats within scope as required and may float to sister facilities based on needs
Scrub color: Navy
Required Qualifications
Valid RN license in Colorado
Oncology experience (2 years)
Oncology experience within the last year
Surgical Oncology experience
Experience in a teaching hospital setting
BLS issued by American Heart Association or RQI
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Onboarding Requirements
Background: 7-year background check with third-party education verification (nursing schools must be accredited by CCNE or ACEN), SSN trace, state and national checks, and sanctions searches, all within 60 days of start. Also EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 60 days.
Drug screen: Within 30 days of start
Employment history: Last 3 years verified. Gaps over 30 days must be explained. Attestations are not accepted.
References: Two from the last two years, one from employment within the last year, both from Charge RN, Manager, Supervisor, or above. Preceptors are acceptable.
Identity and documents: Driver's license or state ID (front and back), E-Verify or attestation, and proof of name change if applicable
Health: Physical exam within 1 year and updated annually, signed by an MD, DO, NP, or PA (not a chiropractor). Fit test within 12 months, updated annually. TB screening (QuantiFERON/T-SPOT or two-step PPD) within 1 year. Color vision test (Ishihara) completed in person before start, not online.
Immunizations: Tdap within 10 years or a signed declination within 1 year. Measles, mumps, and rubella immunity by positive titer or 2 vaccines. Hepatitis B immunity by positive titer, vaccine series, or declination. Varicella immunity by positive titer or 2 vaccines. Current seasonal flu vaccine or an approved facility exemption (declination forms not accepted). COVID documentation or signed declination.
Training: Facility modules completed within the first two weeks of assignment
Employer
Access Healthcare
4.4rating(22 reviews)
1 nurse recommends working with Access Healthcare
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Jonathan Ward E
Pathologists' Assistant (Allied Health Professional)
5.0rating
Pros
Marigold is polite and professional. She goes above and beyond to ensure the contractor is well informed and has everything needed to be successful. She helped me with onboarding and getting used to the timesheet app and she answers my texts promptly, even after hours. She is a great recruiter liason. Gladys was a super helpful with onboarding and Denise will hook you up with benefits with no trouble at all. Great team to work with.
Cons
Onboarding is somewhat tedious, but they do dot every "i" and cross every T.
Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
Lower cost of living compared to the national average.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
Average summer highs of 88°F and winter lows of 17°F.
Furnished Housing
Options for short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find.
Transportation
Car friendliness is high, and public transportation options are available.
Demographics
Diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the high pollen count.
Aurora has a large population of travel nurses.
Things to Do
Plentiful and diverse local attractions including the Aurora History Museum, the Black American West Museum, and the Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus.
Fantastic food scene with restaurants like El Taco de Mexico, Sam's No 3 Diner, and La Sandia Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar.
Outdoor activities include the Aurora Reservoir for fishing, boating, swimming, and ice skating in the winter, as well as over 50 miles of beautiful hiking trails.
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