Travel Nurse - RN - Oncology

Kansas City, MO

Gifted Healthcare

ASAP

Travel

13 weeks

8 hr days

Job Overview

Employer: Gifted Healthcare

Discipline: RN

Specialty: Oncology

Shift: 8 hr days

Start: ASAP (may be flexible)

Type: Travel

Duration: 13 weeks

Job Details

Oncology/Onc Registered Nurse (RN) Travel Job Oncology (Onc) nurses supervise and provide nursing care to cancer patients. Oncology/Onc RN Responsibilities:

Oncology Registered Nurses integrate their technical skills, scientific knowledge, and caring attitude to aid those living with cancer, including their families – starting from diagnosis, treatment, and then survivor-ship to end-of-life care.
The Oncology RN reviews health history
Assess and monitor physical and emotional status
Keep track of laboratory, pathology and imaging studies
Safely administer medications, fluids and cancer treatments (e.g., chemotherapy)
Collaborate with doctors and other clinicians about treatment plans. Create individualized care plans on patients under their supervision and care.
Help patients to understand the disease, proposed treatment plan and possible side effects.
Educate patients and the families regarding treatment expectations.
Help patients plan for and manage symptoms throughout treatment
Help translate complex medical terminology and answer questions
Communicate with doctors on behalf of the patient
Recognize and treat cancer-related issues.
Participate in research to enhance treatment protocols assigned to cancer patients.
Give supportive resources to both the patient and the families to promote positive outlook.
Watch and record the patient’s progress on a constant basis.
Chart the patient’s response to treatment and medication.
The RN performs other position related duties as assigned

About Gifted Healthcare

GIFTED Healthcare is an award-winning company that offers excellent career opportunities to clinicians and school-based professionals. GIFTED provides access to thousands of Travel, Local, Per Diem, LTAC, Government, and School-Based assignments in premier healthcare facilities and school systems from coast to coast. We believe in the power one person has to make a difference, which inspires our mission to help clinicians and school-based professionals advance their careers by providing exceptional job opportunities, day one benefits, and 24/7 support. Join GIFTED to make an impact in your career!