Medical-Surgical Oncology RN – Bone Marrow Transplant Unit
Saint Louis, Missouri
Barnes-Jewish Hospital

Medical Surgical Oncology Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Job

Location: Saint Louis, Missouri
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Specialty: Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical Oncology
• Unit: Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) Oncology
• Shift: Night (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
• Patient Ratio: 4:1
• Average Daily Census: 30 patients
• Beds: 32
• Floating required throughout the Oncology department as needed
• Every other weekend required
• Patient care includes auto stem cell transplants and chemotherapy administration

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 1 year of Oncology/Chemotherapy nursing experience (highest required)
• Administration of chemotherapy and blood/blood products
• Accessing/managing ports and central/implanted lines, PICC line care
• Central line blood draws
• Starting and maintaining IVs
• Antibiotics and antiemetics administration
• Foley catheter insertion and management
• Isolation precautions
• Telemetry interpretation and monitoring
• Must pass Relias Basic Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam (interpretation/management of dysrhythmias required)
• Floating flexibility within Oncology units

Note: First-time travel nurses are accepted (prior travel experience not required).

Required Certifications & Licenses

• Valid RN license in Missouri
• Oncology experience within the last year (minimum 1 year)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA only
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA only
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification
• ONS or ONCC Oncology certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Accessing and managing ports
• Central line blood draws and care of central/implanted lines

Compliance & Background Requirements

• Government-issued ID (Driver’s License or State ID) required
• Criminal background check within 6 months, including statewide and nationwide searches
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG quarterly checks
• Education verification of highest nursing degree
• State-specific searches and registries as applicable (Missouri Highway Patrol, MO FCSR, Illinois exclusions if applicable)
• Drug testing within 1 year of start, including a comprehensive panel
• Physical exam within 1 year of start
• Fit mask testing (N95 respirators) with annual renewal
• Immunizations and health screenings:

  • Tdap vaccine or declination (no exemption for Bone Marrow Transplant Unit)
  • Negative TB test or equivalent within 1 year
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella immunity or vaccination/declination (no exemptions for certain units)
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption during flu season (Sept 30 – Apr 1)
• HIPAA Acknowledgement, Latex Allergy Questionnaire, Confidentiality Form, Hand Hygiene Policy, Fingernail Policy, Dress Code Policy – all must be reviewed and signed prior to start
• Regulatory Compliance Education and Orientation Modules (approx. 16 hours) required annually via online platform

Additional Job Details

• Facility Type: Short Term Acute Care, Magnet & Teaching Hospital, Level I Trauma Center
• Charting system: EPIC
• Parking: Monthly passes available; free parking for straight night shifts; fees apply for day/night rotations
• Uniform: Navy blue scrubs required

References & Documentation

• Two professional references required (supervisors preferred within last year)
• Employment application and unit-specific skills checklist (Oncology/Infusion Center) required within 1 year of start
• Performance evaluations may be requested but are not mandatory for extensions or per diem status
• Badge photo required (head and shoulders, white background, no obstructions, taken within 6 months of start)

This position offers a specialized oncology nursing opportunity with a focus on bone marrow transplant and chemotherapy care in a high-acuity, teaching hospital environment. Candidates must be prepared for floating within the oncology department and meet rigorous certification and compliance standards.