Description

American Traveler is hiring a Night Shift RN for a Level 1 Trauma PCU Oncology/Med Surg unit requiring 2 years of experience and an active NE or compact RN license.

Details

• Acute care setting in a PCU Oncology unit (5 North) with 18 beds
• Primary patient population includes adult oncology PCU and trauma PCU patients
• Patient ratios of 1:4-1:5 for both day and night shifts
• 12-hour night shifts from 6:30p to 7:00a
• Every other weekend required
• Self-scheduling that balances with unit needs
• EPIC EMR used
• Floats to other Med/Surg and PCU units at the same level of care
• Uses Alaris IV pumps
• Lyko lifts available in even-numbered rooms with additional lift equipment on the unit
• High-flow respiratory equipment commonly used
• RNs occasionally titrate Insulin and Cardizem drips
• Common medications include chemotherapy, heparin, cardizem, and protonix

Requirements

• Active NE or compact RN license required, pending licenses not accepted
• BLS and ACLS certifications required (AHA)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Oncology experience preferred, strong PCU experience also considered
• ONS/ONCC certification preferred but not required
• Chemo certification preferred but not required
• Driver's license required at time of consideration to verify residence
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including employment dates and rehire eligibility

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care to oncology and trauma PCU patients, including chemotherapy administration and drip titration
• Support hourly rounding and bedside shift report as part of the unit's patient experience focus
• Work alongside a support team including nursing assistants, charge nurse, PT/OT, RN case manager, social worker, educator, and dietitian
• Care for a diverse patient population from diagnosis through remission or end-of-life care
• Two days of unit orientation provided
• Must pass a pass/fail open-book exam during orientation with a minimum score of 90%
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility, verified by driver's license
• Candidates may not have been directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI or Dignity, within the past year
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Charge nurse experience not required