RN - Oncology - Travel - Albany, GA - - Excellent Benefits 2024-11-17

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Albany
Posted on: November 18, 2024

Job Description:

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Oncology RN in Albany, Georgia, 31701 About The Position Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical Surgical Oncology Job Specialty: Oncology - Med Surg Job Duration: 8-week contract Shift: 12-Hour Nights Guaranteed Hours: 48 hours per week Experience: Minimum 2 years in specialty required License: Valid RN License required Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) Must-Have: - Ability to start on specified dates - Commitment to work all holidays during the contract Job Description: - Provide nursing care for patients on the oncology medical-surgical floor - Work primarily with acute oncology symptoms, including thrombocytopenia, neutropenia, sickle cell crisis, hematology, medical overflow, and end-of-life care - Operate within a unit that holds 29 beds, maintaining patient ratios generally around 1:5, occasionally reaching 1:6 - Collaborate with a team that generally includes 3 nurse aides per day - Participate in rotating weekend schedule (every other weekend required) - Rotate holidays with permanent staff - Don Caribbean Blue scrubs as uniform - Utilize central monitoring systems; no requirement to read strips - Experience with the MEDITECH charting system preferred - Engage in 3 days of floor-specific orientation - Rarely float to other units, primarily focused on medical acute care - Outpatient area patients may transition to the floor if needed for ongoing treatment completion Applicants should ensure they have the necessary skills, certifications, and experience to thrive in this dynamic work environment focused on medical-surgical oncology care. 26293420EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS - AHA BLS - AHA Core Competency Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Adapting to new facilities and teams challenges your problem-solving skills. You learn to navigate different protocols and procedures, honing your ability to think critically and adapt to varying healthcare contexts. Change environments regularly to prevent burnout, maintaining enthusiasm and passion for your nursing career. The variety in assignments keeps your work engaging and fulfilling. Develop strong problem-solving skills and self-reliance as you navigate new environments independently. This independence is not only professionally empowering but also personally fulfilling. Exposure to a variety of cases and healthcare environments improves your clinical judgment and decision-making skills. This can be particularly valuable in high-pressure situations. Tailor your career path by selecting assignments that align with your professional goals and interests. This customization allows you to focus on areas of healthcare that resonate with your passion.

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