Travel Nurse RN - Oncology 1,703 per week

Talent Healthcare Staffing Inc is seeking a travel nurse RN Oncology for a travel nursing job in Charlotte, North Carolina. & RequirementsSpecialty: OncologyDiscipline: RNStart Date: 01/30/2025Duration: 13 weeks40 hours per weekShift: 8 hours, daysEmployment Type: Travel

Job Summary: Outpatient Oncology Nurse

Location: Clinic setting

Shift: 8-hour day shifts (08:00-17:00), 40 hours/week, 13-week contract

Float Requirement: Fridays to * Cancer Institute - Ballantyne (18.8 miles away, ~23 mins)

No Call or Weekend Requirements

Scrubs: Navy blue

Key Details:

RTO Policy: No RTO after booking. Call-offs/additional RTO may result in cancellation/DNR.

Ratios: 1:10 during the day; 5 rooms.

Orientation: 2-3 hours with clinic admin.

Required Experience & Skills:

Minimum Experience: 2 years (No 1st-time travelers).

Outpatient Oncology: Mandatory experience managing cancer patients' care, medications, chemo side effects, labs, and schedules.

Certifications: BLS, ONS/ONCC Chemo certification.

Clinical Skills:

Biotherapy and chemotherapy administration.

IV therapy/infusions (ports, central lines).

Oncologic emergencies (sepsis, anaphylaxis).

Psychosocial care (hospice, advanced directives).

Pain and symptom management.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

Certifications: OCN (preferred).

Skills: Infusion center experience, advanced chemo administration, telemetry interpretation, tracheostomy care.

Patient Demographics & Diagnoses:

Age Groups: Adults, geriatrics.

Conditions: Urologic cancers, melanoma, sarcoma, non-malignant hematology.

Systems:

Charting: EPIC.

Scheduling: Based on clinic needs.

Interview Process:

Manager will interview candidates before offering. Submit interview availability within 72 hours.
• RTO after booking is NOT allowed and is NOT allowed to be worked out onsite. Any call offs or additional RTO on unit, could possibly turn into a Cancel and DNR #

REQUIRED SKILLS / CERTS / EXP:

Minimum Years of Experience: 2 Years Minimum Experience

Traveler Experience: Clinic WILL NOT ACCEPT 1st Time Travelers

Locals Accepted / Rate Difference: Yes
• MUST HAVE OUTPATIENT ONCOLOGY EXPERIENCE*

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• BIOTHERAPY Skills Required: Active Immunotherapy Specific/Non Specific, Recognize/manage side effects
• CARE OF PATIENT Skills with: Bladder/Kidney Cancer, Ear/Nose/Throat Cancers, Kidney, melanoma & Prostate
• CHEMOTHERAPY Skills Required: Oral Admin of Chemotherapy, Recognize/communicate abnormal lab values
• IV THERAPY/INFUSIONS Skills Required: Accessing Ports, Admin of Coagulation factors, Care and management of ports, Central line blood draw, Central line/implanted line care
• MEDICATION Skills Required: Antiemetic, Antitumor, Antibiotic, Corticosteroids, Neupogen, Hormonal therapy
• ONCOLOGIC EMERGENCIES Skills Required: ATLS, Anaphylaxis, Extravasation injury, Hemorrhage, Sepsis & Spinal Cord Compression
• PAIN MANAGEMENT Skills Required: Medication tolerance/dependence assessment
• PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE and Skills Required: Foley Catheter insertion/management, Isolation Precautions, Neutropenic precautions, Phlebotomy skills & wound care
• PSYCHOSOCIAL CARE Skills Required: Advanced Directives, Hospice Care, Patient/Family Education & Support
• SYMPTOM MANAGEMENT Skills Required: Alteration in skin and Mucous membranes, Altered mental status, Constipation/diarrhea, Dysphagia, Edema, Nausea/vomiting & Neuropathy
• SURGERY Skills Required: Post Surgical Care

Certs: BLS, Chemo (ONS/ONCC)

PREFERRED SKILLS / CERTS / EXP:
• Work Setting Skills: Infusion Center, Inpatient Oncology, Admin of Interferons & Interleukins
• Chemotherapy Skills Preferred: Admin of Chemo, Body fluid handling post Chemo, Management/disposal cytotoxic spills & Monitor Chemo
• IV Therapy/Infusion Skills Preferred: Antifungals, Antivirals, Blood/Blood product admin, Infusion pump management, Intravenous hydration/multivitamins, PICC line care & Starting IV's
• Professional Knowledge and Skills Preferred: Telemetry Interpretation & Monitoring & Tracheostomy care/management

Certs: OCN

JOB DETAILS:

RATIOS: 1:10 during the Days; 5 Rooms

SHIFT: *40 Hours Can Be Offered

Will Accept 13 Weeks.

8 HOUR DAYS; 08:00 - 17:00

Call Requirement: NONE

Float Requirement: Yes, FRIDAYS at * Cancer Institute - Ballantyne NHMG Office (18.8 miles away, @ 23 minutes)

Weekend Requirement: NONE

PATIENT AGE GROUP: Adults & Geriatrics

PATIENT DIAGNOSES: Urologic cancers and conditions. Non-malignant hematology disorders. Melanoma and sarcoma diagnosis.

UNIT SYSTEMS: EPIC Required

SCHEDULING TYPE: Per the Clinic Needs

UNIT ORIENTATION: 2-3 Hours; Clinic Admin will show RN around the clinic and introduce them to everyone and work with them for a couple of hours. Not much in the way of a

"Clinic Orientation.

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INTERVIEW AVAILABILITY: *Please provide your candidate's interview availability for the next 72 hours while submitting candidates to avoid holding up the approval process. Clinic Manager/Supervisor WILL NOT OFFER without speaking to/interviewing the candidate first*Talent Healthcare Staffing Inc Job ID #24449800. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse/Oncology ClinicAbout Talent Healthcare Staffing IncTALENT Healthcare Staffing Services (THSS), a distinguished spin-off from TALENTSoftware Services with a rich 35-year legacy in the staffing industry.Founded by Dave Iacarella, a Service-Disabled Vietnam-Era Veteran, THSS isdedicated to meeting the evolving needs of healthcare clients in nursing, allied, andclinical staffing.Our vision is rooted in unparalleled human capital solutions for Health Systems,Hospitals, and Long-Term Care (LTC) facilities.At THSS, our commitment goes beyond placement. We ensure meticulousonboarding and prioritize the quality and productivity of our resources, reflecting ourdedication to long-term partnerships and client success.As a veteran-led organization, THSS embodies service, integrity, and excellence inhealthcare staffing. We believe in aligning talent with healthcare needs, positioningTHSS as your trusted partner in the dynamic landscape of healthcare staffing.Visit us at

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