Oncology Step-Down RN
Cleveland, Ohio
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center

Registered Nurse (RN) Oncology - Step Down/Oncology

Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Rotating shifts: 3x12 or 4x12 hour shifts (day/night rotation)
• Patient population includes surgical oncology and some step-down patients
• Nurse-to-patient ratios: 1:4-1:5 during the day, 1:6 at night
• Must have experience with surgical patients and tracheostomies

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Ohio
• Minimum 1 year of experience in Progressive Care Unit (PCU) within the last year
• Experience with surgical patients
• Experience with tracheostomies
• Oncology nursing experience
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Background and Compliance Requirements

• Completed I-9 or attestation of eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Ohio fingerprint background checks and FBI checks depending on length of residency in Ohio
• Criminal background check within 6 months including social security trace, county searches, national sex offender registry
• OIG exclusion check within 6 months prior to start
• SAM/EPLS/GSA/OFAC screening within 6 months prior to start
• Drug screen within 60 days prior to start (10-panel, lab report required; instant screens not accepted)
• Education verification through third party (international equivalency required if applicable)
• Employment verification for last 5 years through third party
• Skills checklist completed within 1 year prior to start (clinical skills specific)
• Competency exam for relevant department with minimum 80% score within 1 year prior to start
• Core competencies (HIPAA, Joint Commission, OSHA topics) with minimum 80% score within 1 year prior to start
• Completion of required safety and compliance training modules prior to clearance; renewal annually
• Badge photo (headshot, plain background) required

Submission Requirements

• Resume including education and work history
• Two professional references from within last 2 years
• Completed job application form
• Employment history form confirming previous employment at the facility system (if applicable)
• Non-expired photo ID (driver’s license or state ID)

Additional Notes

• Ratios and patient acuity may vary; flexibility with rotating shifts is required
• This role involves care for complex oncology surgical patients including those with tracheostomies and step-down needs
• Compliance with all immunization, health, and background requirements is mandatory for onboarding and continued employment

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