Travel Nurse RN - Oncology - $1,741 per week in Denver, CO

Job Title : RN - Oncology Profession : Registered Nurse Specialty : Oncology Duration : 13 weeks Shift : Night Shift Hours per Shift : 12 hours Experience : Minimum of 2 years License : Current RN license Certifications : Chemo and biotherapy certificate preferred Must-Have : Candidates must demonstrate compassion for oncology patients and chronic illnesses. Candidates must be quick learners. Description : This position is for a Registered Nurse specializing in Oncology. You will work in a blood cancer unit with a total of 18 beds. The unit has a staff of 37, consisting of charge nurses, registered nurses, and certified nursing assistants. Night shift staffing includes one charge nurse without patient assignment and three to five registered nurses. The patient-to-nurse ratio is 3-4 : 1. Equipment used on the unit includes telemetry, bladder scanners, Alaris pumps, and EMR - Meditech. Typical procedures performed on this unit include lumbar punctures, bone marrow biopsies with and without conscious sedation, and thoracentesis. You will administer medications, blood, and electrolyte replacements on this unit. Chemo and biotherapy administration is only for certified nurses; education is provided for handling excreta associated with hazardous drugs. The unit has received recognition for excellence in quality measures and has a team culture that emphasizes collaboration and support among staff. Registered nurses on this unit primarily provide patient care with minimal reliance on patient care technicians. The team is known for being compassionate, dedicated, and knowledgeable in oncology nursing. We take pride in creating a fun and supportive work environment for all team members.