Acute Oncology RN
Peoria, Illinois
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center

Registered Nurse – Oncology Acute

Location: Peoria, Illinois
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Overview

• 19 private beds
• Patient population includes all cancer types (commonly lymphoma and leukemia), hematology, medical patients, radiation oncology, and gynecologic oncology
• Staffing 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; may occasionally take patient assignments
• House supervisor available 24/7
• Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) support staffing:

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

Required Qualifications

• Active Illinois RN license or proof that application process has started
• BLS (AHA) certification
• ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate
• Experience administering IV chemotherapy and immunotherapy regimens, including handling precautions (PPE) and monitoring for medication side effects
• Must produce a negative drug screen for all panels (drug-free campus policy)

Clinical & Technical Details

• RNs do not titrate drips; medication adjustments require physician orders
• Common set-rate drips include heparin and chemotherapy (e.g., 24-hour Methotrexate bags)
• Respiratory equipment:

  • CPAP management required
  • BiPAP only if part of patient’s home regimen; respiratory therapists manage both CPAP and BiPAP 24/7
• Telemetry:

  • House-wide telemetry system with Phillips monitors
  • RNs are not required to interpret telemetry strips

Scheduling & Work Hours

• 12-hour shifts, starting at 7:00 AM or 7:00 PM
• Schedule may be split between day and night shifts or nights only, based on unit needs
• Self-scheduling with coordination for time-off requests
• Schedule finalized on a 6-week cycle
• Weekend requirement: every other weekend (days = Sat/Sun; nights = Fri/Sat), staffing permitting
• Holiday requirement: every other holiday
• No call or standby requirements
• Floating: Travelers participate in float rotation; float assignments last 4+ hours and rotate fairly among RNs

Orientation & Additional Information

• Unit-specific orientation: 24-36 hours (non-billable)
• EMR system: Epic Beacon
• No specific scrub color required; scrubs not provided
• Local placements accepted within a 50-mile radius of the facility

Summary

This is a 13-week contract for an RN with oncology acute care experience, specifically in chemotherapy and immunotherapy administration. The role requires strong clinical skills in oncology nursing, adherence to safety protocols, and flexibility with scheduling including floating and weekend/holiday shifts. The environment supports a drug-free policy and requires active licensure in Illinois.