TRAVEL- RN- ONCOLOGY NIGHT SHIFT

Travel RN - Med/Surg - Oncology

American Traveler

Hendersonville, North Carolina, United States

Assignment type: travel

Shift: Nights

Length (weeks): 13

$2,131.00/week (estimated advertised weekly pay)

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Oncology position requiring a NC or compact RN license and BLS certification.

Details

• 37-bed Medical Surgical unit caring for a diverse patient population with oncologic and general medical-surgical needs
• Core patients include those undergoing active cancer treatment, post-surgical oncology cases, and those with neutropenia, pain crises, or disease progression
• Unit also supports end-of-life and palliative care when appropriate
• Bariatric Center of Excellence unit serving the majority of post-surgical bariatric patients
• Oncology represents a small portion of the patient population and chemotherapy administration is typically not managed on this unit
• Ideal patient ratio 5:1, max 6:1
• Night shift schedule, 3 shifts per week at 12 hours per shift (6:45 pm - 7:15 am)
• Every other weekend and rotating holidays required
• 13-week contract

Requirements

Active RN license in North Carolina or a compact state required by day of clinical care

BLS certification required

Two plus years of experience preferred

One year of acute care/inpatient hospital RN experience preferred

ACLS certification may be required for certain units, with training provided if needed

Additional Information

Coordinate and deliver patient care utilizing the nursing process under the direction of a physician

Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team to identify and pursue expected patient outcomes

Assess and anticipate discharge needs, coordinating with resources for complex or high-risk cases

Communicate with patients and families to develop and update care plans using cultural competency and active listening

Promote a safe, clean environment through infection control and standard precautions

Complete annual competency assessments per unit checklist

First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler