Oncology Registered Nurse (BMT)
Springfield, Illinois
Memorial Health

Job Opportunity: Oncology Registered Nurse (BMT/Oncology RN)

Location: Springfield, Illinois
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking an Oncology Registered Nurse with Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) or Medical-Surgical (MS) experience and oncology exposure. No oncology certification required. First-time travelers are accepted.

Work Schedule

• Shifts: 3x12 or 4x12 hour day shifts
• Weekend Requirement: Work every other weekend
• Floating: Will float within scope as needed
• Block Schedule: Schedule requests can be discussed with manager

Patient Population & Facility

• Average Daily Census: 24 patients (24 rooms/beds)
• Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital, Level I Trauma Center, Magnet designated
• Total Staffed Beds: 562
• Charting System: Cerner
• Scrub Color: Any solid color

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Illinois
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 1 year of Bone Marrow Transplant experience within the last year
• Administration of chemotherapy including IV push, continuous infusion, and oral administration
• Body fluid handling post-chemotherapy
• Management and disposal of cytotoxic spills
• Monitoring chemotherapy and recognizing/communicating abnormal lab values
• Accessing ports
• Administration of coagulation factors

Certifications & Skills

• Chemotherapy certification preferred but not required
• Oncology certifications (OCN, ONS/ONCC) preferred but not required
• Required Chemotherapy Skills/Experience:

  • Administration of chemotherapy (IV push, continuous infusion, oral)
  • Body fluid handling post-chemotherapy
  • Management and disposal of cytotoxic spills
  • Monitoring chemotherapy and recognizing abnormal lab values
• Required IV Therapy/Infusion Skills/Experience:

  • Accessing ports and central lines (PICC, implanted lines)
  • Administration of coagulation factors, antifungals, antivirals, blood products
  • Central line blood draws and care
  • Starting IVs
• ACLS and BLS certifications required based on unit/specialty (AHA or RQI acceptable)

Additional Requirements

• Background checks including criminal, sex offender, and state-specific searches required within 30 days of start
• Physical exam within one year of start, including labs within 7 days of contract signing
• Fit mask test required (specific mask types accepted)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within one year
• Immunizations or proof of immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella
• 9-panel drug screen within 30 days of start
• Flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required annually
• Competency exam and skills checklist required for clinical candidates
• Badge photo required prior to start
• Parking permit required (no cost)

Other Notes

• Locals accepted with no radius restrictions
• On-call not required
• RTO (Return to Office) restrictions ideally no more than 5 days
• Guaranteed hours with some allowance for client call-offs

This position is ideal for an Oncology RN with BMT or MS experience looking for a travel contract in a large, Magnet-designated acute care hospital with a strong oncology program.