Job Overview
TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking an experienced RN – Oncology for travel assignments. This role focuses on providing specialized care to cancer patients, including administering chemotherapy, monitoring treatment progress, and offering emotional support. The ideal candidate is compassionate, detail-oriented, and skilled in oncology care.
Responsibilities
- Administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and other cancer treatments.
- Monitor patient responses to treatments and adjust care plans accordingly.
- Educate patients and families on cancer treatments, side effects, and symptom management.
- Collaborate with oncologists, radiologists, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Perform central line care, blood transfusions, and pain management.
- Maintain detailed patient records and follow oncology protocols.
- Travel to various hospitals and cancer centers for temporary assignments.
Qualifications
- Education: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Experience: Minimum 2 years in oncology nursing.
- Certifications: BLS and OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse) preferred.
- Skills: Proficiency in chemotherapy administration, symptom management, and patient advocacy.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for long hours and assist patients.
- Travel Readiness: Open to temporary travel assignments.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and travel stipends.
- Work in top cancer centers and hospitals.
- Access to continuing education in oncology nursing.
- Flexible travel contracts with potential for extensions.
Job Description
Are you a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with a passion for Oncology seeking a rewarding travel healthcare assignment in Shiloh, Illinois? TLC Nursing has an exciting opportunity for you to make a difference in patients' lives while exploring a new location.
In this 13-week assignment, you will work in a dynamic Oncology unit, providing expert care to patients battling cancer. Your responsibilities will include administering chemotherapy, monitoring patient responses to treatment, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and offering support and education to patients and their families.
Join our team in Shiloh, Illinois, a charming town known for its rich history and welcoming community. As a travel nurse, you'll have the chance to immerse yourself in the local culture, savor delicious Midwestern cuisine, and explore nearby attractions during your downtime.
**Weekly Pay: $2140.00**
At TLC Nursing, we prioritize our employees' well-being and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including Best in the Industry Pay Packages, a $25,000 Life Insurance Policy effective from Day One, and Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance available the 1st of the month after hire. Additionally, you'll enjoy Paid Time Off accrued from Day 1, eligibility after one year of employment, and access to a 401(k) plan after one year, fully vested after five years.
Our TLC Culture is centered around supporting our healthcare professionals. As a nurse-founded agency, we provide 24/7 recruiter support, personalized career guidance, and assistance with housing and licensing. You'll also have access to Aflac for additional coverage, a Referral Program with payouts for referring other healthcare professionals, and an EAP for free, confidential services for you and your household via Invest EAP.
If you are ready to take your nursing career to new heights and embark on a fulfilling travel healthcare assignment in Oncology, apply now and become a valued member of our dedicated team at TLC Nursing.