RN MedSurg Hematology/Oncology
Jackson, Mississippi
University of Mississippi Medical Center

Registered Nurse (RN) – MedSurg Hematology/Oncology Unit

Location: Jackson, Mississippi
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Nights (7pm–7am)
Hours: 12-hour shifts, approximately 36 hours per week

Unit Overview

• 32-bed MedSurg Hematology/Oncology unit
• Patient population includes hematology/oncology patients receiving chemotherapy
• Typical nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:5, occasionally up to 1:6; adjusted for higher acuity patients
• Telemetry monitors on all patients with central monitoring stations; RNs collaborate with monitoring techs
• Common equipment includes CPAP, BiPAP (primarily at night), and respiratory therapy support available
• Charge nurse takes light patient assignments and can take full load if needed
• Floating required within MedSurg units based on skillset; higher acuity patients assigned to core staff

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Mississippi
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 2 years Med Surg nursing experience, with Med Surg experience within the last year
• Experience working with Level 1 Trauma patients
• Recent experience at a large hospital (500+ beds) facility
• BLS certification
• Proficiency with Epic electronic health record system
• Comfortable with chest tubes

Preferred Experience & Skills

• Previous travel nursing assignment with references highly preferred
• Comfort with lines, chest tubes, and hematology/oncology care
• Chemotherapy experience preferred but not required; training on chemo administration provided by manager
• Experience in a busy, high-acuity environment with strong time management skills
• Ability to titrate heparin drips; familiarity with cardiac drips a plus (primarily on other units)
• Positive attitude and teamwork mindset essential

Scheduling & Work Environment

• 12-hour night shifts (7pm–7am)
• Weekend work: typically every other weekend or 2 weekends per month; may vary based on department needs
• Holiday rotation with regular staff
• No call or standby requirements
• Block scheduling possible but depends on unit needs; travelers expected to fill scheduling gaps
• Dress code: solid color professional scrubs (any color)

Orientation

• First day includes paperwork, system logins (Omnicell, Epic), and unit tour
• Followed by 2 additional 12-hour shifts with a preceptor

Additional Notes

• Attendance is critical: no more than 2 call-offs allowed and punctuality is required
• Strong teamwork and communication skills are important for success on this busy unit