Medical-Surgical Oncology RN
Charleston, West Virginia
Charleston Area Medical Center Memorial Hospital

Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Charleston, West Virginia
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

• Work on a 29-bed adult medical-surgical/oncology unit with patients battling cancer, including palliative care, family education, urology, and telemetry patients.
• Shift: Night shift, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, 3 shifts per week (3x12-hour shifts).
• Every other weekend required.
• Patient Ratios: 4-5:1 (days), 5-6:1 (nights).
• Float within scope to meet facility needs.
• Open to accommodating blocked schedule requests.
• 36 or 48-hour contract options available.
• 100-mile radius rule for travel distance (75-99 miles requires facility approval).
• 36 hours guaranteed per week.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in West Virginia
• Oncology experience within the last year (minimum 1 year)
• Med Surg experience
• BLS issued by American Heart Association
• ONCC or ONS certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Telemetry skills
• Central line draws
• Ports management
• PCA pumps operation
• Bone marrow aspiration assistance
• Pleurx chest tubes management

Health & Safety Requirements

• Flu vaccine required during flu season (October 1 - March 31) unless medically exempt with documentation.
• COVID-19 vaccination is not required.
• Negative TB test within 3 months of start or negative chest X-ray if positive TB history. Annual TB questionnaire required.
• Tdap vaccination required (medical or religious exemptions accepted with approval).
• Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Hepatitis B immunization or titers required per facility policy.
• Annual drug screen within 30 days of start, including a full panel of substances.
• Annual fit mask testing required (N95 3M models accepted). PAPR accommodations available if fit test fails.
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, stating good health and no limitations.

Compliance & Documentation

• Background check: 7-year criminal history within 30 days of start, including SSN trace, sex offender search, national and international checks if applicable.
• Required to complete facility-specific orientation (2 days) and inservice training modules (approx. 4 hours) prior to start.
• Pass/fail testing required for EKG, medication calculation, and blood administration. Two attempts allowed per exam.
• Annual stroke education CEUs required depending on unit assignment.
• Must complete annual skills checklist for specialty.
• Valid driver’s license and social security card required.
• Primary source verification of RN license within 30 days of start.
• Must review and acknowledge facility policies including dress code, blood administration, time and attendance, and vaccination exemption forms if applicable.

Additional Notes

• Facility is a Level IV Trauma Center and major teaching hospital.
• Charting system: Cerner.
• Scrub color for RNs: Royal Blue/White.
• Free parking for travelers.
• Permanent employees cannot return as travelers for 2 years after last permanent day worked at this facility.
• Candidates refusing flu vaccine without approved medical exemption will not be considered.

This position is ideal for experienced RNs comfortable with oncology and telemetry skills, seeking a travel contract in a major acute care teaching hospital setting.