Travel Nurse RN - Oncology in Peoria, IL

Registered Nurse (RN) | Oncology
Location: Peoria, IL
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 (RN) – Oncology

Location

Peoria, IL | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | 12-Hour Shifts | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a 19-bed private-room oncology unit serving patients with diagnoses including Lymphoma, Leukemia, Hematology, Radiation Oncology, and Gynecologic Oncology
• Administer IV chemotherapy and immunotherapy regimens, including proper handling precautions (PPE) and monitoring patients for medication side effects
• Manage set-rate drips including heparin and 24-hour chemotherapy infusions (e.g., Methotrexate); physician orders required for any medication adjustments
• Collaborate with Charge RNs, House Supervisors, and Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) present on all shifts to maintain safe staffing and patient outcomes
• Document patient care using Epic Beacon EMR system
• Participate in float rotation to General Med level-of-care units as needed, with float episodes consisting of 4 hours or more

Required Qualifications

• Active Illinois RN license (or confirmation that the application process has been initiated)
• BLS certification required
• ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate required
• Hands-on experience with IV chemotherapy and immunotherapy administration, including PPE handling precautions and side effect monitoring
• Must comply with a drug-free workplace policy; a negative drug screen for all panels is required
• Candidates with a permanent address within 50 miles of the facility are subject to a local rate adjustment

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in an acute oncology or hematology nursing setting
• Familiarity with Epic Beacon EMR for oncology documentation
• Experience caring for radiation oncology and gynecologic oncology patient populations
• Comfort working within a self-scheduling model across a 6-week scheduling timeframe

Why Join Us

• Work on a fully private-room oncology unit with a Charge RN and House Supervisor available 24/7, offering strong structural support throughout every shift
• Scheduling is collaborative — the facility works with travelers throughout the contract to accommodate scheduling needs within a 6-week self-scheduling framework