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 | Days (3x12 Hours, 6:45 AM – 7:45 PM) | Onsite | 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 with float responsibilities as assigned
• Administer medications using barcode medication administration and Alaris IV pumps integrated with Epic
• Support bedside CVC placements and bone marrow biopsies
• Care for patients in a 7-bed positive pressure wing designated for BMT and acute leukemia patients

Required Qualifications

• Active Compact or Louisiana RN license in hand at time of submittal
• Minimum 2 years of experience in oncology or related specialty
• BLS and ACLS certifications required (AHA-issued)
• Epic EMR experience required
• NURSYS report required and must be current within 4 weeks of submission date
• Must reside more than 65 miles from the facility (as verified by address on driver's license)

Preferred Experience / Skills

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

Why Join Us

• First-time travelers are welcome, offering an excellent opportunity to launch a travel nursing career in a specialized oncology setting
• Work within a structured, well-equipped unit supporting a diverse and complex oncology patient population