MedSurg Oncology RN
Cheyenne, Wyoming
Cheyenne Regional Medical Center

Registered Nurse (RN) – MedSurg Oncology (Night Shift)

Location: Cheyenne, Wyoming
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

• Inpatient MedSurg Oncology unit with 24 private beds
• Night shift position (12-hour shifts, typically 6:45 PM to 6:45 AM)
• Nurse-to-patient ratio on nights: approximately 1:5
• Unit cares for typical medical patients including COPD, psych, detox, oncologic emergencies (neutropenic fevers), blood transfusions, failure to thrive, and falls
• Travelers are not required to administer chemotherapy

Schedule & Staffing

• Night shift preferred: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday (flexible scheduling available)
• Weekend requirement: every other weekend (4 weekend shifts per 4-week period; weekends are Friday and Saturday nights)
• Holiday shifts possible but not guaranteed; flexibility appreciated
• Block scheduling and self-scheduling allowed
• Charge nurse present on both shifts, generally does not take patient assignments
• Rapid Response Nurse available 24/7
• On-call may be required occasionally for low census situations

Patient Care & Unit Details

• RNs are required to titrate drips such as Heparin and Fentanyl
• Telemetry monitored remotely by tele techs; RNs do not read their own strips
• CNAs support the unit with ratios: Days 1:6-10, Nights 1:8-12
• Respiratory therapy available 24/7 managing CPAP, BiPAP, and high flow oxygen
• Floating required to other inpatient units (Tele, surgical ortho neuro, medical), focusing on medical patients only

Orientation & Training

• Orientation length: 3 shifts with a preceptor (can be extended if needed)
• RQI certification completed during orientation (equivalent to BLS)
• BLS certification required prior to start

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience in a relevant specialty (MedSurg/Oncology)
• No prior travel experience required
• Must have a current RN license appropriate for Wyoming
• Ability to titrate drips and manage typical MedSurg patient care

Additional Information

• Permanent address must be at least 25 miles from the facility location
• Dress code: professional navy blue scrubs (scrubs not provided)
• Biweekly orientation dates available (specific dates provided during onboarding)
• Scheduling managed via Kronos with manager oversight to minimize shift changes

This position offers an opportunity to work in a mid-sized hospital setting with a supportive team and flexible scheduling options, ideal for RNs seeking night shift assignments in MedSurg Oncology.