American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Oncology for a travel nursing job in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Oncology
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PCU position on an oncology unit, requiring proficiency with mixed acuity patients and Epic experience.
Responsibilities
- Work in a hospital-based oncology unit with 16 inpatient beds
- Mixed acuity setting: Intermediate Care, Telemetry, and MedSurg assignments
- Patient population includes oncology (surgical, new diagnosis, complications), medical overflow, high acuity, and patients receiving prolonged chemotherapy infusions
- RN-to-patient ratio is 1:4 on day and night shifts
- 12-hour day shifts with every other weekend rotation
- Floating required to adult inpatient units within scope such as Med Surg, Ortho/Neuro/Surgical, Heart and Vascular, Oncology, and Observation
- No call required during assignment
- Epic is the required EMR for documentation
- Uses Alaris and Omnicell equipment
- Responsibilities include managing intermediate care and oncology patients, administering chemotherapy (with certification), and monitoring telemetry
- Support team includes 24/7 charge nurse, CNAs, phlebotomy for peripheral draws, and respiratory therapy
- Must achieve 90% compliance on pre/post pain audit scoring
- Initial orientation includes facility orientation, online education, and two unit orientation shifts with a preceptor
- Navy blue scrubs are required
- Free parking is available on site
- Holiday coverage required for two out of four major holidays unless otherwise arranged
- No RTO considered during the first three weeks of August each year
Requirements
- Active RN license through the South Dakota Board of Nursing or compact equivalent
- Minimum 1 year of general nursing experience
- BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
- Epic EMR experience required
- IMC/PCU level experience, cardiac rhythm interpretation, experience with titratable vasoactive drips, and chest ports proficiency required
- Comfortable with MedSurg assignments
- ONS Chemotherapy certification preferred; required if administering chemotherapy
- Candidates must live at least 100 miles from any Monument Health facility
- Permanent staff must wait one year before returning as a traveler
- First-time travelers accepted if meeting the experience and EMR requirements
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-602863. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
