Description

American Traveler is hiring an Oncology Clinic RN for a day-shift outpatient cancer center role requiring at least 1 year of outpatient oncology experience and an active NJ or Compact RN license.

Details

• Outpatient setting within a cancer center's Oncology Clinic
• Nurses are partnered with a specific tumor group for patient exams on designated days
• Day shift schedule, 4x10 hours from 7:30am to 6:00pm
• No weekend or holiday requirements
• Floating required among clinics within skillset
• Patient ratios vary based on census, acuity, and staffing
• EPIC EMR system used for charting

Requirements

• Active NJ or Compact RN license required
• BLS certification required
• OCN certification preferred
• Minimum 1 year of outpatient oncology experience required
• Ambulatory care experience preferred
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Experience with IV therapy and infusions
• Experience administering, monitoring, and orally administering chemotherapy
• Experience recognizing and communicating abnormal lab values
• Experience in patient/family education and support
• Experience with isolation precautions and PPE
• Experience caring for patients with leukemia/blood dyscrasias
• Preferred experience with accessing/managing ports and central line care
• Preferred experience with advanced directives and hospice care
• Preferred experience in BMT and neutropenic precautions
• Preferred experience with lymphoma, multiple myeloma, bone marrow transplant, and stem cell therapies
• Two current professional references required
• Social Security Number and date of birth required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care within a specialized tumor group, including chemotherapy administration and monitoring
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Business casual attire acceptable, though scrubs are also permitted
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate
• Previous employees of the health system must have been separated for a minimum of 1 year to be eligible for travel assignments
• Labs must be completed within 48 hours of signing
• Candidates with open or active background or license issues will not be accepted
• International work history or permanent residency status must be disclosed