Oncology Medical-Surgical RN
Memphis, Tennessee
Methodist University Hospital

Job Opportunity: Oncology Registered Nurse

Location: Memphis, Tennessee
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Specialty: Oncology Medical Surgical
• Shift: 48 hours per week
• Start Date: ASAP
• Minimum Experience Required: 3 years recent oncology medical surgical experience (Note: First-time travelers accepted only if they have 3 years recent experience)
• Team Nursing Model (candidates should be familiar or discuss during interview)
• On-Call: As needed
• Weekend Requirement: As needed (no weekend block schedule, but weekend block may be considered)
• Local candidates within 100-mile radius not accepted (strict rule)
• Pending licenses not accepted; must comply with Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) guidelines
• Return to Origin (RTO) restrictions apply and must be submitted with application

Required Certifications & Licenses

• Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in Tennessee or multistate license compliant with NLC
• ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy & Immunotherapy Certificate/provider card required
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or ARC only
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA or ARC only
• NIH Stroke Certification (required for all RNs except pediatric specialty)
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit assignment

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years recent oncology medical surgical nursing experience (strict requirement)
• Level I Trauma experience preferred
• Prior travel experience required
• Experience in a large hospital setting preferred
• Must be able to work in a Level I Trauma Center environment

Schedule & Work Environment

• 48 hours per week
• Team nursing model
• On-call and weekend shifts as needed
• No block scheduling except possible weekend block consideration

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background check within 60 days of start (statewide, county, federal, education verification)
• Drug test: Negative 10-panel within 30 days of start (no pending results accepted)
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, attesting ability to meet physical demands
• Fit test for 3M N-95 masks within 1 year of start (must pass)
• Immunizations required: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B (proof of vaccination or titer)
• TB test: Negative 2-step PPD, Q-Gold, or T-spot within 1 year, updated annually
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season
• Two recent professional references required
• Skills checklist and internal evaluations as applicable

Additional Notes

• Candidates must submit all required documentation at time of application; late submissions may delay or prevent clearance
• Photo for badge must meet strict guidelines (passport-style, no hats, no glasses with glare, recent within 6 months)
• Dress code: Navy blue scrubs for RNs, no prints or embroidered scrubs allowed
• Confidentiality acknowledgment and flu exemption forms must be signed prior to start

This position is ideal for experienced oncology RNs with recent travel experience who are comfortable working in a high-acuity, Level I Trauma Center environment.