Travel Nurse RN - Oncology in New Orleans, LA

Registered Nurse (RN) | Oncology
Location: New Orleans, LA
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Registered Nurse – Oncology

Location

New Orleans, LA

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | 3x12-Hour Shifts (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM) | Every Other Weekend Coverage Required

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to a hematology, medical oncology, bone marrow transplant (BMT), and gynecologic and surgical oncology population
• Maintain a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio within a specialized oncology unit, including a 7-bed positive pressure wing for BMT and acute leukemia patients
• Assist with bedside CVC placements and bone marrow biopsies
• Administer medications using barcode medication administration and Epic-integrated Alaris IV pumps
• Float to other units as required per facility policy
• Participate in emergency response team assignments as directed by unit management during declared emergency events

Required Qualifications

• Active Compact or Louisiana RN license in hand at time of submittal
• Minimum 2 years of experience in oncology or related specialty
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA required)
• Proficiency with Epic EMR
• Must reside more than 65 miles from the facility (address on driver's license used for verification)
• Two manager or supervisor references required prior to start (Charge RN references not accepted); NURSYS report required and must be current within 4 weeks of submission

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) certification preferred
• Prior travel nursing experience welcomed; first-time travelers encouraged to apply
• Familiarity with Alaris feeding pumps and SCD machines

Why Join Us

• First-time travelers are welcome, offering an excellent opportunity to begin your travel nursing career in a specialized oncology setting
• Work within a highly specialized unit equipped with advanced technology and a supportive care environment for complex oncology patients