Travel Contract

Oncology Clinic Registered Nurse
Chicago, Illinois
Specialty Care Clinics

$2,131-2,419/week
Posted 1 hour ago
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Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Oncology Clinic

Location

  • City: Chicago, Illinois
  • Must live within 75 miles of the facility (locals only)

Employment Type

  • Travel/Contract
  • Contract Length: 13 weeks

Work Schedule

  • Shift: Day shift, Monday to Friday
  • Hours: 5 days per week, 8 hours per day (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM)
  • Guaranteed 40 hours per week
  • No weekend or holiday call requirements
  • Return to Office (RTO) requests limited: max 5 days, no more than 2 consecutive, no RTO day before/after holidays or on weekends

Job Details

  • Specialty: Oncology Nursing
  • Facility is a mandatory float facility; nurses must float within their scope as needed

Required Qualifications

  • Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Illinois
  • Minimum 2 years of oncology nursing experience, including experience within the last year
  • Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
  • Chemotherapy (CHEMO) certification
  • Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) or Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC) certification

Background and Health Requirements

  • Government-issued photo ID (driver’s license or state ID)
  • Background check within 12 months covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years; must include all aliases
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start
  • Physical exam within 12 months, signed by PA, NP, DO, or MD
  • Negative TB test (QGold or TSPOT) within 12 months; PPD not accepted after 12/15/2025
  • Tdap vaccine within 10 years or signed declination (declination must be within 12 months)
  • MMR (2 vaccines or positive titer; booster if low titer)
  • Varicella (2 vaccines or positive titer; booster if low titer)
  • Hepatitis B series, titer, or signed declination (declination within 1 year)
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (10/01 – 5/4)
  • Negative 9-panel drug screen within 90 days of start; testing initiated within 48 hours of signed contract

Additional Requirements

  • Must complete facility-specific forms with legal name (no nicknames)
  • Must comply with facility rules of behavior
  • Fit mask test required annually; approved masks include 3M 1860, 1870+, 9205+, or Halyard Fluidshield N95; medical or religious exemptions require approval for onsite PAPR use
  • References and employment application per state and agency standards
  • Annual skills checklist required

Clinic Highlights

  • Charting system: Cerner
  • Scrub color: Any solid color
  • Parking: $2/day limited parking available; public transit highly recommended

This position does not require prior travel experience.

About Chicago, IL

As a Travel Oncology Nurse in Chicago, IL here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Chicago is slightly higher than the national average.
  • Wages generally match up with the cost of living, but it's important to budget for higher housing and transportation costs.
Weather
  • Chicago experiences hot summers with average highs around 83°F and cold winters with average lows around 16°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Chicago, but they may require some research and planning to find the right fit.
Transportation
  • Chicago is car-friendly, but public transportation is also widely used and convenient, with an extensive network of buses and trains operated by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA).
Demographics
  • Chicago is a diverse city with a wide range of ages represented.
  • Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and respiratory conditions due to the urban environment.
  • Chicago has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities and teaching hospitals.
Things to Do
  • Chicago offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants, especially known for its deep-dish pizza and Chicago-style hot dogs.
  • The city has a thriving art and music scene, with numerous galleries, theaters, and live music venues.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games at iconic venues like Wrigley Field.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the city's beautiful parks, lakefront, and beaches.
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