Registered Nurse (RN) Hematology Oncology - Night Shift

Registered NurseProfession: Nursing Specialty: PCU Duration: 16 weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: Must have medical-surgical oncology and at least 1 inpatient hematology oncology experience in work history. A minimum of two years of overall nursing experience is required. License: Valid state nursing license required. Certifications: - BLS - ACLS - ONS Chemotherapy Certification - NIHSS preferred Must-Have: Experience with leukemia and blood dyscrasias.Description: This role focuses on patient care in a medical unit with a high volume of blood products, intravenous antibiotics, and electrolytes. The nurse will primarily care for newly diagnosed acute leukemia patients. Staffing ratios aim for 1:4, though 1:5 can occur based on unit needs. Weekend duty availability varies based on the unit's requirements. The schedule is flexible without set or blocked scheduling. The position demands compliance with infection prevention protocols and patient fall prevention. Skills required include telemetry monitoring, IV therapy, phlebotomy, and blood product administration. Experience with rapid response teams, feeding tube care, and central line management is essential. Candidates must be proficient in computerized charting systems. Experience with chemotherapy administration and the management of ports is crucial. The nurse will need to recognize and communicate abnormal lab values. Ensuring patient safety and effective care delivery is a priority in this role.