GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Oncology for a travel nursing job in Ithaca, New York.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Oncology
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Ithaca, NY
Advance your nursing career as an Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) with a travel assignment in Ithaca, NY (zip code 14850). This rewarding healthcare job places you in the heart of New York’s Finger Lakes region, known for its vibrant community, scenic beauty, and thriving arts scene. Join our healthcare team and make a real impact in oncology patient care while experiencing all that Ithaca has to offer.
Oncology RN Job Details
- Location: Ithaca, NY 14850 (New York healthcare job)
- Unit: Oncology – Med-Surg Unit
- Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse
- Start Date: September 30, 2024
- End Date: December 30, 2024
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 8 Hour Days
- Hours per Week: 40 (Guaranteed)
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $2100 - $2250
- Employment Type: On-Site RN position
Registered Nurse Qualifications
- Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (AAS) from an accredited nursing program
- Active New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license required
- Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg nursing experience preferred
- Outpatient clinic experience required
- Proficiency in IV starts and accessing IVAD preferred
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs, perform repetitive hand use, and stand or walk for 4-8 hours per shift
Oncology RN Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive nursing assessments, obtain vital signs, and review lab results for oncology patients
- Verify treatment orders and medications with a second RN or pharmacy to ensure patient safety
- Assess and manage infusion-related reactions and side effects, providing patient education on self-care during cancer treatment
- Deliver individualized patient education, teaching sessions, and explain regimen treatment plans and schedules
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to address patient needs, report concerns to providers, and review prior treatments and provider notes to ensure appropriate regimens and labs are reviewed before treatment
Apply now to join our healthcare team as a travel Oncology Registered Nurse in Ithaca, NY, and take the next step in your nursing career!
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
About GHR
With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us:www.ghrhealthcare.com
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
GHR Healthcare Job ID #421502. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Oncology
About GHR Healthcare
For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare
professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to
uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive
compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely
cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your
advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and
consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to
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