Travel RN - Med/Surg - Infusion

Travel RN - Med/Surg - Infusion

American Traveler

Fairfax, Virginia, United States

Position ID: P-778983

Position status: Open

Assignment type: travel

Shift: Days

Length (weeks): 9

Openings: 1

$2,107.92/week (estimated advertised weekly pay)

Description

American Traveler is hiring an RN for an Outpatient Stem Cell Transplant Clinic position requiring stem cell transplant experience and chemotherapy certification.

Details

• Outpatient Stem Cell Transplant Clinic located across the street from the main hospital
• 6-chair infusion clinic treating post stem cell transplant (allogeneic and autologous) and CAR-T patients
• Patient population includes post-transplant care, myeloablation/conditioning, heavy electrolyte replacement, IVIG, Pentamidine, and infection workups
• Acuity-based ratios typically 1 RN to 3-4 patients
• Staffing typically includes 2 RNs plus 1 Charge Nurse present each shift
• No LPN or CNA support staff
• Common infusions include chemotherapy, immunologics, biologics, blood products, hydration fluids, IV antibiotics, electrolyte replacement, PJP medications, vaccines, SQ and IM medications
• Provider in-house from 9:00 AM-5:00 PM with APP and MD coverage, provider on call after hours
• Uses EPIC EMR, Omnicell medication dispensing system, and Alaris IV pumps
• Nasal cannula respiratory support available; staff initiate BLS in emergencies until patient transfer
• Shifts scheduled 7:00 AM-7:00 PM, 3 shifts per week
• No self-scheduling or blocked scheduling; manager creates the schedule
• Occasional weekends required, typically 1-2 Saturdays per month and possibly 1 Sunday per month
• No on-call or floating requirements

Requirements

• Active VA or compact RN license required
• BLS certification required
• Chemotherapy certification required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Minimum 1 year of stem cell transplant experience required
• Strong IV insertion and patient assessment skills required
• Sterile central line dressing change experience required
• Proficient in accessing central lines and ports required
• Experience providing nurse-driven supportive care required

Additional Information

• Provide nursing care and supportive treatment for stem cell transplant and CAR-T patients
• Adhere to neutropenic precautions and mandatory masking requirements
• Navy blue scrubs required; no artificial nails permitted
• Unit-specific orientation is 1 week or 3 shifts
• Unit remains open on all holidays, though holiday scheduling is avoided when possible
• Schedule flexibility is required due to manager-created scheduling
• Free on-site parking available
• Must reside within a 50-mile radius; local candidates accepted at a lower rate
• Previous permanent employees may return 12 months after their last shift worked

Hours per week: 36

Hours per shift: 12