Travel Registered Nurse – Medical Oncology

Position Description

This is a travel opportunity for a Registered Nurse specializing in Medical Oncology. The selected candidate will work in a dynamic environment with a focus on patient-centered care while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Unit Information

Location: Independence, MO

• Unit Name: 6th Floor Med-Surg/Oncology
• Number of Beds: 36
• Patient Ratios: 1:6
• Staffing Description: Utilize Clinical Care Coordinators, RNs, LPNs, PCTs, and Unit Secretary
• Type of Equipment: I-med, I-mobile, Neurons (vital signs machine), Glucometer, PCA, Wound vac, Chest Tubes, Surgical Drains
• Documentation System: Meditech

Patient Type

The unit serves a variety of patients including Med-Surg, Oncology, and Hospice patients. It accommodates hemodynamically stable patients requiring cardiac monitoring without interventions.

Work Schedule

• Preferred hours: 48 hours guaranteed
• Start Date: December 14
• Every other weekend is required

Expected Qualifications

• Skills Required:
  • Team-oriented
  • Positive Attitude
  • Ability to stay busy
  • Patient-centered approach
• Certifications Required: BLS

Key Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse will perform various procedures including but not limited to:

• Wound Vac changes
• Drain removal
• IV/PICC line insertions
• Foley insertion/removal
• NG insertion/removal

Floating Areas

Registered Nurses may be required to float to Med-Surg and Telemetry areas as needed, focusing on Med-Surg level patients.

Dress Code

• Nurses: Pewter (gray)
• PCTs: Caribbean Blue

Weekend Requirement

This position requires working every third weekend.