RN - Oncology

Registered Nurse

Job Title: Registered Nurse

Profession: RN Specialty: Oncology

Duration: 26 weeks

Shift: 12-Hour Nights

Hours per Shift: 12

Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience

License: Active Illinois license or confirmation that the application process has been initiated

Certifications: BLS; ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate

Must-Have: Experience with IV chemotherapy and immunotherapy regimens, including handling precautions and monitoring for side effects.

Description: The unit has 19 private beds. Nurse-to-patient ratios are based on unit census, typically 1:5 on days and 1:6 on nights, but can vary. 1:1 staffing is provided for specific medications/therapies. Common diagnoses include all types of cancer, with a focus on lymphoma and leukemia. Hematology and medical patients are also cared for, along with radiation oncology and gynecological oncology patients. RNs are not required to titrate drips; adjustments require a physician's order. Common set rate drips include heparin and 24-hour chemotherapy bags. There is a charge nurse available 24/7 who may occasionally take an assignment based on need. House supervisors are also present 24/7. Patient care technicians support the unit, with staffing adjusted based on census. RNs are tasked with troubleshooting respiratory equipment like CPAP and BiPAP machines. Telemetry monitoring is managed house-wide, with no expectation for RNs to read or interpret strips. Shifts are scheduled for 12 hours, starting either in the morning or evening, depending on unit needs. Self-scheduling is utilized, and requests are managed by designated personnel. An every-other-weekend and holiday work requirement is expected. There are no on-call or standby requirements, but travel nurses may participate in float rotations. Experience with EMR documentation using Epic Beacon is utilized on this unit. Experience administering IV chemotherapy and immunotherapy medications is required.

We offer 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.

About Cynet Health: Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest?growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct?hire, and non?clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long?term care facilities, labs and more. We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by BluePipes, recognized among the fastest?growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.