Registered Nurse at Hematology​/Oncology at Nellis AFB

Registered Nurse – Hematology/Oncology

AIMS Locum Tenens is seeking a qualified Registered Nurse – Hematology/Oncology to provide specialized outpatient nursing care within the Hematology/Oncology and Infusion Clinic at Mike O'Callaghan Military Medical Center (MOMMC). The RN will support physicians and healthcare teams in the administration of infusion therapies, chemotherapy, biologic medications, and supportive care for patients with hematologic, oncologic, autoimmune, and infusion-related conditions.

Specific duties include:

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for hematology/oncology patients.
• Obtain patient histories, perform physical assessments, monitor vital signs, and evaluate treatment responses.
• Administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, biologic agents, blood products, IV fluids, and supportive medications according to established protocols.
• Monitor patients for infusion reactions, side effects, and adverse events and initiate emergency response procedures when necessary.
• Manage IV access, central lines, infusion pumps, and specialty clinic equipment.
• Assist providers with infusion-related procedures and specialty treatments.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, chemotherapy side effects, symptom management, and follow-up care.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical record documentation for treatments, assessments, and patient encounters.
• Coordinate care with physicians, pharmacy, laboratory, radiology, and ancillary departments.

Qualifications:

Degree:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Education:

Graduate from an academic nursing program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

Certification:

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Certifications must be through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Board Certification:

Oncology Nursing Society (ONS)/Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC) Chemotherapy Biotherapy Certification is required at hire or must be obtained within 6 months of hire.

Experience:

• Must have been employed in an Infusion Center or Infusion Clinic within the past 24 months.
• Minimum of 12 months of infusion or oncology nursing experience required.
• Experience administering chemotherapy, immunotherapy, biologics, or infusion therapies strongly preferred.

Licensure:

Must possess a current, full, active, and unrestricted Registered Nurse license in any U.S. state, territory, commonwealth, or the District of Columbia.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong infusion and oncology nursing skills
• Experience administering chemotherapy and biologic therapies
• Ability to recognize and respond rapidly to infusion reactions and medical emergencies
• Excellent IV therapy and central line management skills
• Strong patient education and counseling abilities
• Excellent documentation and electronic medical record skills
• Knowledge of oncology safety standards and infusion protocols
• Familiarity with military healthcare systems and TRICARE is highly desirable

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday
• Standard clinic hours: 0730 – 1630
• Procedure days may require schedule adjustments from 0700 – 1600
• Maximum 40 hours per week
• No on-call requirement

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift and move clinical equipment and supplies
• Ability to safely administer infusions and assist patients during treatments
• Manual dexterity sufficient for IV therapy and infusion procedures

Immunization Requirement:

Must comply with all DHA and Medical Employee Health Program (MEHP) requirements, including tuberculosis screening, annual influenza vaccination, and required immunizations.

Security Requirement:

Must successfully complete all credentialing, background investigation, and installation access requirements for work on Nellis Air Force Base. Compensation: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.