Oncology Chemotherapy RN
Wilmington, North Carolina
New Hanover Regional Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Oncology Chemo Certified)

Location: Wilmington, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Position on a Medical-Surgical/Oncology unit primarily caring for medical-surgical patients with oncology history.
• Night shift with target nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:6.
• Floating required to similar units and alternate inpatient care locations, including inpatient holding in the ED.
• Call required if called off on a prescheduled shift.
• Every other weekend required.
• Contract staff expected to participate in Storm Team and/or Hurricane Team assignments and may be required to work during catastrophic events, mass casualties, or disasters.
• Attendance at monthly staff meetings is required.
• Unit census typically 42 patients; ratios may increase during high census periods.
• Systems used: PYXIS, EPIC, SBAR.
• Unit orientation: 24 hours (2 shifts).
• Scrubs: Navy blue and white.
• Must pass EKG competency testing prior to start.

Required Qualifications

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (Med/Surg with Oncology experience)
• Minimum Years of Experience: 2 years
• Prior Travel Experience: First-time travelers accepted (prior travel experience NOT required).
• Skills:

  • Experience in inpatient setting required.
  • Med/Surg nursing skills.
  • Colostomy care.
  • Accessing ports.
  • Blood product administration.
  • Central line blood draws.
  • Peripheral line care/management.
  • PICC line management.
  • Heparin and insulin administration.
  • Management of surgical drains, chest tubes (Emerson/Pleur-evac).
  • Nasal cannula and non-invasive airway management.
  • Isolation precautions.
  • Wound care including Wound Vac.
• Certifications:

  • Oncology Certification (ONC) required (must be able to administer chemotherapy if needed).
  • BLS (Basic Life Support).

Preferred Qualifications

• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) certification.
• Charge nurse experience.
• OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse).

Patient Diagnoses & Procedures

• General medical-surgical diagnoses with oncology history.
• Administration of chemotherapy/biotherapy via IV, PO, or injection.
• Common patient conditions: AKI, sepsis, cancer, septic shock, pain management, overdose, malignant neoplasms, ARF, encephalopathy, diabetic foot ulcers, heparin drips, etc.

Additional Requirements & Notes

• Must complete Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam with a passing score of 82% or higher within 72 hours of start.
• Drug testing within 6 months of start required.
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 1 year required.
• Flu vaccination or approved exemption required during flu season.
• Physical exam, immunizations (Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella), and other health documents required per standard travel healthcare protocols.
• Background checks and education verifications required as per travel healthcare standards.
• Must complete facility-specific orientation and training modules, including medication safety and confidentiality agreements.
• Photo for badge required prior to start.
• Must comply with hospital policies and mandatory education requirements.

Shift Details

• Night shift.
• Floating to similar units and alternate inpatient care locations as needed.
• Call and weekend requirements as noted above.

This position is ideal for Med/Surg RNs with oncology experience who are comfortable working nights and flexible with floating and call requirements. Oncology chemo certification and the ability to administer chemotherapy are mandatory. First-time travel nurses are welcome to apply.