Travel Oncology RN - $2,661 per week

About the role

We're looking for Oncology RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in San Jose, CA. The right RN should have 1-2 years recent acute care experience. As an Oncology RN, you'll provide top-level care for critically or chronically ill cancer patients. Under direction from a physician, you may administer chemotherapy, implement new methods of symptom treatment, and monitor patients' progress. Oncology Travel Nurses are crucial in creating a supportive care environment. A large portion of this important job is educating cancer patients about treatment options and procedures. As an Oncology Travel Nurse, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:

Responsibilities

• Coordinate treatment plans.
• Provide patient education and treatment tracking.
• Be a reliable source of comfort and support for cancer patients and their families.
• Attend to a great number of details while working under pressure.
• Implement best practice treatment protocols in a variety of settings.

Requirements

• BLS certification
• CHEMO certification
• 1-2 years recent acute care experience
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods; bend, lean, and stoop without difficulty
• Ability to lift 20 pounds routinely; up to 50 pounds for patient moving/lifting
• Awareness of and ability to work with exposure to chemicals and infectious diseases
• Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment

Benefits