Oncology Acute RN
Peoria, Illinois
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center

Job Opportunity: RN (Registered Nurse) – Oncology Acute

Location: Peoria, Illinois
Specialty: Oncology Acute (SFMC)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit & Patient Care Details

• Unit Type: Oncology Acute
• Beds: 19 private beds
• Patient Types: All cancer types (most common Lymphoma and Leukemia), Hematology, medical patients, radiation oncology, and Gyn/Onc patients
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratios:

  • Days: Typically 1:5 (can vary 1:4-5)
  • Nights: Typically 1:6 (can vary 1:5-6)
  • 1:1 staffing for specific medications/therapies as needed
• Charge Nurse: Present 24/7, usually does not take patient assignments but may occasionally
• House Supervisor: Present 24/7
• Patient Care Techs (PCTs):

  • 3 PCTs from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
  • 2 PCTs from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM

Certifications & Experience Requirements

• Required Certifications:

  • BLS (AHA)
  • ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate
• Experience:

  • Experience with IV chemotherapy and immunotherapy regimens and administration
  • Knowledge of handling chemotherapy precautions (PPE) and monitoring medication side effects
• Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated, but experience with chemotherapy administration is required (implied minimum 1+ year)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required

Clinical & Technical Details

• IV Chemotherapy & Immunotherapy: Hanging, administration, and monitoring side effects
• Medication Titration: RNs do not titrate drips; medication adjustments require physician orders
• Common Drips: Set rate heparin, chemotherapy (e.g., 24-hour Methotrexate bags)
• Respiratory Therapy Equipment:

  • Bipap (only if patient’s home regimen)
  • Cpap (RNs assist)
  • RT staff manage both Bipap and Cpap 24/7
• Telemetry:

  • House-wide telemetry system (Phillips monitors)
  • RNs do not interpret telemetry strips

Scheduling & Work Environment

• Shift Length: 12-hour shifts
• Shift Times: 7:00 AM or 7:00 PM start
• Scheduling:

  • Flexible based on unit needs (may split contract between days and nights or nights only)
  • Self-scheduling with coordination for time-off requests
  • Schedule finalized every 6 weeks
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend (Days: Sat/Sun; Nights: Fri/Sat)
• Holiday Requirement: Every other holiday
• Call/Standby: None
• Floating: Travelers participate in float rotation; floating shifts are 4+ hours and assigned fairly
• Scrub Color/Dress Code: No specific scrub color required; scrubs not provided

Orientation & Additional Notes

• Orientation Length: 24-36 hours, unit/department specific
• EMR System: Epic Beacon
• Drug-Free Campus: Negative drug screen required
• Local Placements: Accepts clinicians living within 50 miles (local rate adjustments apply)

This position is ideal for RNs with oncology acute care experience, particularly those skilled in chemotherapy and immunotherapy administration, seeking a flexible 13-week contract in Illinois.