Travel RN; Registered Nurse) Oncology

In-Office | Fort Wayne, IN, United States

DURATION: 13 Weeks

RTO BLACKOUT DATES OR REQUIRED HOLIDAYS:
Every other holiday required

GH: 72 Bi-Weekly (96 Bi-Weekly not an option)

SHIFT:
Nights, 7P-7A

CALL REQUIREMENTS:

Every Other or every third weekend, holidays on rotation schedule, no on call requirements

FLOATING

REQUIRED:

Yes

REQUIREMENTS:

RN IN licensure,ACLS, BLS

SKILLS: RN required, oncology background preferred

Lutheran employed staff required to obtain chemo/bio certification within one year of employment

2+ years' experience, oncology experience a plus

EMR:
Cerner

SCOPE OF ROLE:

Medical/surgical oncology unit, chemotherapy administration, blood products

NUMBER OF BEDS IN UNIT: 24

PATIENT RATIO:5:1 sometimes 6:1

• Provide direct patient care to oncology patients in various settings.
• Administer medications and monitor patient responses to treatments.
• Educate patients and families about cancer treatments and care plans.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans.
• Monitor vital signs and report any changes to the healthcare team.
• Assist in managing patient pain and discomfort effectively.
• Document patient progress and maintain accurate medical records.
• Engage in performance evaluations and set personal improvement goals.
• Utilize data to assess patient outcomes and improve care strategies.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and safety standards.
• Foster a supportive environment for patients and their families.

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Willingness to engage in continuous professional development and training.
• Experience in oncology nursing or related healthcare field preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with healthcare teams for individualized care.
• Strong problem-solving skills to manage patient pain and discomfort.
• Strong communication skills for patient and family education.
• Competency in monitoring vital signs and responding to changes.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations and safety standards compliance.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-visibility, results-oriented environment.
• Experience with documenting patient progress and maintaining records.

• Enjoy a collaborative work environment at our on-site location in Fort Wayne, IN.
• Receive a competitive base salary that reflects your skills and contributions.