Oncology Registered Nurse

Oncology Registered NurseMedPro Healthcare Staffing, a Joint Commission-certified staffing agency, is seeking a quality Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) for a travel assignment with one of our top healthcare clients.RequirementsActive RN LicenseDegree from accredited nursing programBLS & ACLS CertificationsEighteen months of recent experience in an Acute Care Oncology settingOther requirements to be determined by our client facilityBenefitsWeekly pay and direct depositFull coverage of all credentialing feesPrivate housing or housing allowanceGroup Health insurance for you and your familyCompany-paid life and disability insuranceTravel reimbursement401(k) matchingUnlimited Referral Bonuses up to $1,000Duties ResponsibilitiesThe Oncology RN will care for critically or chronically ill cancer patients. They will administer chemotherapy, implement new methods of symptom treatment and monitor their patients' progress. Oncology nurses also create a supportive environment. They may opt to specialize in areas such as pediatric hematology/oncology or breast cancer.Provide care for cancer patients throughout all stages of their conditions, but usually focusing on the acute phase.Assist patients ranging from post-surgical to near-terminal manage their disease and treatment effectively, and may also be responsible for administering chemotherapy.Educate cancer patients about treatment options, procedures and particularities of the disease.