Travel Nurse RN - Oncology in Hilo, HI

Registered Nurse (RN) | Oncology
Location: Hilo, HI
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 – Medical Oncology

Location

Hilo, HI | Outpatient

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Independently administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormonal and non-hormonal injections in accordance with provider orders
• Access and maintain port-a-caths, PICCs, and Hickman catheters; perform venipuncture, dressing changes, and lab draws via central access devices
• Monitor and maintain accurate records of intravenous therapies and patient responses to treatment; document patient condition, medications, and care in a concise and complete manner
• Notify the Medical Oncologist or Nurse Practitioner of unusual occurrences and initiate appropriate emergency action when necessary
• Verify informed consent prior to administering chemotherapy and demonstrate proper handling, administration, and disposal of hazardous drugs with appropriate PPE
• Provide education to patients, families, and caregivers regarding medications, treatments, expected responses, side effects, disease process, nutrition, and activity adjustments

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Oncology nursing experience including chemotherapy and immunotherapy administration
• Demonstrated knowledge of hazardous drug handling, administration, disposal, and proper PPE usage
• Proficiency in Epic EMR

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) or Chemotherapy Biotherapy certification
• Experience with central venous access devices including port-a-caths, PICCs, and Hickman catheters
• Experience in an outpatient oncology or infusion center setting

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to practice specialized oncology nursing in a dedicated infusion environment serving a diverse patient population
• Work alongside experienced Medical Oncologists and Nurse Practitioners in a collaborative clinical setting