RN - Oncology

Medsurg/Onc RNJob Type: TravelProfession: Registered NurseSpecialty: Medsurg/OncologyDuration: 26 weeksShift: 12H DaysHours per Shift: 48Experience: Minimum 2 years requiredLicense: RequiredCertifications: BLS, NIHSS requiredMust-Have: Experience with trach and BiPAP preferred, but not required. Experience in titrating drips.Description: Core staff will administer chemotherapy. There is no oncology provider in-house on the current day. The department has a total of 31 beds. The nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:4-5 during the day and 1:5-6 at night. Common diagnoses and types of patients include adults and geriatrics with strokes, hypertension, COPD, cellulitis, congestive heart failure, atrial fibrillation, chest pain, myocardial infarction, altered mental status, behavioral issues, surgical overflow (excluding joints and cranial cases). Nurses will be responsible for titrating drips, including Lasix and Heparin. There is a charge nurse on each shift to serve as a resource. Nursing assistants and patient care techs are available on the unit with a ratio of 1:8. Registered nurses will troubleshoot respiratory equipment such as BiPAP, with stable cases and established trachs receiving blow-by oxygen. There are telemetry/monitor techs on the unit, and registered nurses are not required to read and interpret their own strips. Shifts run from 0700-1930 and 1900-0730. Management will make the schedule and may consider block scheduling to meet unit needs. Weekends will be required every other week, and holidays are as needed. There is no on-call or standby requirement. Floating to other Medsurg units may occur, but if floating to telemetry units, a tele RN will monitor the strips. The unit has a great culture and teamwork environment. Travelers are encouraged to feel supported and part of the team. Candidates must adhere to the radius rule and are not permitted to be full-time, part-time, or PRN with any associated facilities. Requests for time off must be made upfront and will not be approved after submissions. The charting system used is EPIC.Benefits: Competitive benefits, including medical, dental & vision insurance, free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs), 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support, personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service, industry-leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses, free tax return assistance for travelers, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Health Savings Account (HSA), Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term), Life and AD&D Insurance, Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law), Supplemental Insurance Plans, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Employee Wellness Programs, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities.Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.