TravelNurseSource is working with Concentric Healthcare Staffing to find a qualified Oncology RN in Bridgeport, West Virginia, 26330!
Job Title
Registered Nurse (RN) – Oncology / Post-Op / Telemetry
Location
Bridgeport, WV
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Full-Time | Onsite | 12-Hour Shifts (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM or 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | Days Available
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care on a 36-bed Post-Op, Oncology, and Telemetry unit with nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:5–6
- Care for general medical-surgical and post-operative patients including laparoscopic cholecystectomy and appendectomy cases, as well as oncology patients presenting with complications such as neutropenic precautions, pneumonia, and infections
- Manage and monitor patients with chest tubes, including those discharged with PleurX chest tubes
- Read and interpret telemetry strips independently using Philips monitors, in coordination with a central monitor technician
- Titrate Heparin drips as required; no cardiac drips utilized on this unit
- Float to other medical-surgical and telemetry units as needed; participate in every-other-weekend and holiday rotation schedules alongside permanent staff
Required Qualifications
- Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Current BLS certification
- Experience in medical-surgical, telemetry, post-operative, or oncology nursing
- Ability to read and interpret cardiac telemetry strips
- Willingness to adhere to unit dress code (royal blue scrubs) and no artificial nail policy
Preferred Experience / Skills
- ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy and Biotherapy certification
- Experience with PleurX chest tube management
- Familiarity with neutropenic precaution protocols and oncology patient populations
Why Join Us
- Work on a well-supported unit with 24/7 charge nurse coverage, dedicated CNA support (3 CNAs per shift), and respiratory therapy managing all CPAP and BiPAP equipment
- Gain diverse clinical experience across post-operative, oncology, and telemetry patient populations in a structured and team-oriented environment