Travel RN - Med​/Surg - Oncology

American Traveler is seeking a Med/Surg Oncology RN with a CO or compact license and at least 2 years of MS/ONC experience for a rotating shift assignment.

• Active CO or compact RN license required
• BLS certification required
• ONS/ONCC chemotherapy certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of Medical Surgical/Oncology experience required
• Epic charting experience preferred
• Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Skilled in IV therapy/infusions, port access and management, and central/PICC line care
• Experience with chemotherapy administration (IV push, continuous infusion, oral) preferred
• Knowledge of oncologic emergencies including tumor lysis syndrome, anaphylaxis, extravasation, hemorrhage, and sepsis preferred
• Experience caring for patients with various cancers (breast, lung, colorectal, leukemia, lymphoma, and others) preferred
• Skilled in chest tube care, ostomy management, foley catheter insertion, and wound care preferred
• Experience with pain management including IV push narcotics and PCA pump management preferred

• 30-bed Medical Surgical Oncology unit
• Rotating day and night shifts (3x12 hours, 7:30-19:30 and 19:30-7:30)
• Patient ratios of 1:5-1:6, varying with chemo admissions and experience level
• Weekend requirement of every third weekend, subject to change based on unit needs
• No on-call requirements
• Floating as needed within scope, including to sister facilities in the North region
• Uses Epic for charting
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Provide direct patient care to oncology patients including chemotherapy administration, symptom management, and psychosocial support
• Recognize and manage side effects of chemotherapy and biotherapy treatments
• Administer blood products, coagulation factors, and various medications including antiemetics, antibiotics, and hormonal therapy
• Provide patient and family education and support, including advanced directives and hospice care discussions
• Completion of facility-specific training modules required within the first week of assignment
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Prior UCHealth employment history must be disclosed during consideration
• Candidates who applied to UCHealth internal travel jobs or permanent staff positions within the last two years will not be considered
• Returning travelers who completed a full year on assignment must wait at least one year before rebooking
• Maximum of 10 RTO days approved per 13-week contract, with blackout periods during select weeks in
• No blocked scheduling requests permitted
• Local candidates residing within 75 miles of the facility may be eligible for the local rate

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs

Job : P-772714

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