Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Infusion Registered Nurse
Crescent City, California
Sutter Coast Hospital

Job Opportunity: Infusion Registered Nurse

Location: Crescent City, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 8 weeks

Job Description

• Provide chemotherapy and immunotherapy infusion nursing care.
• Work schedule: Day shift, Monday through Friday, 5 days of 8-hour shifts (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM).
• Occasional weekends may be required.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in California.
• Minimum of 1 year of infusion nursing experience, with infusion experience within the last year.
• Certification in Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy (ONS Chemo Therapy Immunotherapy Provider Card).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check including Social Security trace with all aliases, county searches, nationwide sex offender search, education verification, and FACIS Level 3 screening.
• Annual updates required for EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and FACIS screenings.
• Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids due to California law).
• Full 7 years of verifiable work history with no gaps over 30 days.
• Two professional references within the last 3 years (Aya requirement, not client).

Certifications and Competencies

• Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy Provider Card (ONS).
• BLS (Basic Life Support).
• Additional certifications may be required depending on position specifics (verify with recruiter).
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exams as applicable.

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, cleared for work.
• Fit mask test within 1 year, renewed annually (exceptions apply).
• Immunizations and/or titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years).
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 90 days of start, renewed annually.
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: proof of immunity or vaccination series.
  • Hepatitis B: series or signed declination.
  • Varicella: proof of immunity or vaccination series.
  • Seasonal flu vaccination during flu season (Nov 1 - Apr 30) or signed declination.
• Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start.

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Review and sign facility policies including Standards of Business Conduct, Vendor Training, Code of Conduct, Overpayment Refund Policy, and General Regulatory Orientation prior to start.
• Complete facility-specific documents such as TB questionnaire and conditional offer of employment attestation.
• Photo for badge (per diem only).
• Review parking and dress code policies.

Additional Notes

• Candidates with religious exemptions for vaccines or facial hair must complete specific exemption forms and obtain approval.
• Failed fit tests due to facial hair require shaving and retesting; other failures may require PAPR training.
• Candidates must disclose any work restrictions or accommodations during physical exam clearance.

This position is ideal for RNs certified in chemotherapy infusion seeking a travel contract in California with a reputable healthcare facility.