This specialized oncology nursing role offers unique opportunities to provide expert care and leadership on a unit focused on blood disorders and cancers such as leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma. The position involves managing complex treatments including chemotherapy, blood transfusions, and CAR T-cell therapies while mentoring staff and ensuring patient safety. Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team is essential to deliver optimal care to adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients.
Key Responsibilities
• Deliver high-quality inpatient oncology nursing care, including administration of chemotherapy and blood products
• Manage patient flow and daily unit operations, coordinating treatments and staffing effectively
• Mentor and support nursing staff to uphold clinical excellence and safety standards
• Monitor for oncologic emergencies and manage complications such as graft-versus-host disease and tumor lysis syndrome
• Utilize EPIC electronic health records for accurate documentation and communication
• Float to other areas as required and participate in weekend rotations (4 shifts per month)
Qualifications and Experience
• Current RN license with BLS, ACLS, and chemotherapy certification required
• Minimum 3 years oncology experience, hematology preferred; first-time travel nurses welcomed if experience criteria met
• Proficiency in inpatient oncology nursing and chemotherapy administration
• Preferred knowledge includes bone marrow transplant, immunotherapy, management of oncologic emergencies, and care for diverse cancer types
• Experience with central line care, infusion management, telemetry monitoring, and psychosocial/hospice care beneficial
Location Highlights
Riverside, California, blends a warm climate with vibrant community life, offering access to cultural attractions, outdoor activities, and excellent amenities. The area’s healthcare sector is robust, providing rewarding opportunities to work in a dynamic oncology treatment setting.
Schedule
• Night shift, 3 twelve-hour shifts per week (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
• Weekend rotations and floating required
This is a contract role ideal for dedicated oncology nurses seeking challenging clinical experiences in a comprehensive cancer care environment. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply promptly to contribute their expertise to this vital setting.
Compensation for this position ranges from $26.59 to $50.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.
