Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma - $2,121 per week in Cumming, GA

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Oncology Registered Nurse Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) for a 13-week contract assignment at the Northside Forsyth Cancer Center in Cumming, Georgia. This role is crucial in providing specialized nursing care to patients undergoing cancer treatment within a comprehensive cancer center environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for administering chemotherapy and other oncology-specific treatments, monitoring patient responses, and providing essential education and support to patients and their families throughout their treatment journey. This position requires a compassionate professional committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced oncology setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and other oncology-specific medications and treatments according to established protocols and physician orders.
• Monitor patients for adverse reactions, complications, and side effects during and after treatment, implementing appropriate interventions as needed.
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including physical, psychological, and social needs, and document findings accurately.
• Provide extensive patient and family education regarding diagnosis, treatment plans, medication management, symptom control, and supportive care.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, pharmacists, social workers, and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure coordinated and holistic patient care.
• Manage central venous access devices (CVADs) and other specialized equipment used in oncology care.
• Maintain accurate and detailed electronic health records, ensuring all patient interactions and care provided are thoroughly documented.
• Ensure a safe, therapeutic, and supportive environment for oncology patients.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of recent experience as a Registered Nurse in an oncology specialty setting.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Georgia or a compact state license.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Current NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certification.
• Current Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Provider Card or equivalent certification.

Preferred Qualifications

Not specified.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in administering chemotherapy and other oncology treatments.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Expertise in managing central venous access devices (CVADs).
• Ability to monitor and manage adverse reactions to oncology treatments.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient education skills.
• Compassion and empathy in caring for oncology patients and their families.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Shift Details

• Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Days per week: 5
• Call requirements: Not specified.
• Weekend rotations: Not specified.
• Contract length: 13 weeks
• Assignment Dates: August 17, 2026 - November 14, 2026

Licensing Requirements

• Active Georgia Registered Nurse (RN) License or Compact State License.
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certification.
• Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Provider Certification.