Oncology Chemo Certified RN
Louisville, Kentucky
Baptist Health Louisville
$1,952-2,229/weekPRN Healthcare will give you the best chance of placement for this opportunity
Job info
Job Opportunity: Oncology Chemo Certified Registered Nurse
Location: Louisville, Kentucky
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Description
- Weekend coverage every third weekend
- Scheduling Type: Self-scheduled
- Patient Diagnoses include a mix of medical-surgical diagnoses or surgery such as:
- Lymphoma
- Neutropenia
- Prostatectomy
- Nephrectomy
- Gynecological cancers
- Lung cancers
- Anemia
- Pancreatitis
- Special Procedures/Unit Details: Chemotherapy/biotherapy certificate through ONS required
- Special Equipment: 3 portable monitors; occasional interpretation of EKG strips required
Required Qualifications
- Specialty: Registered Nurse (Oncology Chemo Certified)
- Minimum 2 years of nursing experience
- Required Certifications:
- BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only
- Chemotherapy certification preferred (if no chemo cert, pay rate is reduced)
- Required Competency:
- Must pass an advanced dysrhythmia (EKG) competency exam within one year of start and update annually
- Licensure: Valid RN license in Kentucky with primary source verification (NURSYS verification required)
Prior Travel Experience
- No prior travel experience required; first-time travelers are welcome
Additional Requirements
- Background checks including 7-year criminal history, SS trace, nationwide checks, sex offender registry, FACIS Level 3, EPLS/GSA/SAM, and HHS/OIG
- Education verification matching specialty required (transcript or diploma acceptable if verification unavailable)
- Physical exam within 1 year of start (not required by facility but required by agency standards)
- Fit mask test required annually (with waiver process for failed fit tests)
- Immunizations and health documents required:
- Tdap within 10 years
- Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
- MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) - 2 vaccines or IgG titer required
- Hepatitis B surface antibody titer, series, or declination
- Varicella - 2 vaccines or IgG titer required
- Seasonal flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption (required during flu season)
- COVID-19 vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption
- Drug testing: Negative 9-panel urine drug screen within 90 days of start
- References: 2 professional references required
- Skills checklist and competency exams required annually
Notes
- Chemotherapy certification is preferred; lack of certification affects pay rate
- Weekend coverage every third weekend is required
- Candidate must be able to interpret EKG strips occasionally
- Self-scheduling flexibility
This position is ideal for an experienced oncology nurse with chemotherapy certification looking for a travel contract in Kentucky.
Facility
Baptist Health Louisville
4 nurses recommend working with Baptist Health Louisville
Pros
Organized, didn’t feel taken advantage of, and reasonable
Cons
Low pay for job role.
- Short Term Acute Care
- 522 beds
Louisville, KY
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Louisville is the largest city in Kentucky and the famous namesake of the Official Bat of Major League Baseball, the Louisville Slugger. It’s also well known as the host of the Kentucky Derby, the most prestigious American horse race. Many visitors note the city’s friendly hospitality, often called second to none. In fact, Louisville often ranks among the country's friendliest cities. It's where big-city amenities meet Southern charm with plenty of things to see and do. Take a stroll through Old Louisville, the third-largest National Preservation District in the U.S., ideal for lovers of architecture and history. Shopping is a treat, with everything from vintage to upscale shops and boutiques scattered throughout the city, and the dining scene is just as impressive and diverse. At Logan Street Market alone, over 30 local chefs, artisans and merchants offer a wide range of tasty eats and unique products.
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