Medical-Surgical Oncology RN
Bristol, Tennessee
Bristol Regional Medical Center

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical Oncology (Travel/Contract)

Location: Bristol, Tennessee
Shift: Night (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each; 18:30–7:00)
Schedule: 36 hours per week (36/36 schedule)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Patient ratio: 1:7 Medical-Surgical
• Travelers do not administer chemotherapy
• Every other weekend work required
• No on-call duties
• Floating to other units as needed
• Hospital may cancel or call off one shift biweekly without penalty due to census changes
• Additional overtime shifts may be assigned based on census needs without penalty
• Expected to participate in nursing student support and clinical education alongside clinical care

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Tennessee
• Minimum 2 years of oncology nursing experience, with oncology experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Orientation & Onboarding

• General orientation begins on Sundays with online computer-based learning (CBLs)
• 16 hours of nonbillable orientation required
• Photo for badge must be submitted within 48 hours of signed contract (specific photo standards apply)
• Respirator medical evaluation questionnaire and medical clearance forms must be completed within 48 hours of contract signing
• Fit mask testing completed onsite; must comply with CDC facial hair guidelines for respirator use
• Various facility-specific documents and policies must be reviewed and completed, including dress code, contaminated sharps exposure statement, smoking/tobacco use, influenza policy, and flu vaccination exemption forms if applicable

Compliance & Background Requirements

• Background check within 30 days of start date covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years; updated annually
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start
• Education verification required
• Tennessee Adult Abuse Registry check required for candidates licensed or working in Tennessee
• NURSYS license verification required
• Primary source verification of state license required

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam required within 1 year of start (not required annually)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray per facility guidelines (2 PPDs within last 12 months or equivalent)
• Immunizations or titers required for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (series, titer, or declination accepted)
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine or declination required
• Seasonal flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Sept 29 – Mar 31)
• Standard 9-panel drug screen within 14 days of start (instant test acceptable as placeholder)

Additional Requirements

• Skills checklist required
• References: minimum 2 preferred, 3 ideal

Notes

• Travelers must be prepared to float to other units as needed
• No chemotherapy administration allowed for travelers
• Hospital supports nursing student education as part of the role
• Contract includes flexibility for shift cancellations or adjustments based on census without financial penalty

This position is ideal for experienced RNs seeking a travel contract with a structured night shift schedule and involvement in both patient care and clinical education.