Travel
Oncology
Elizabethtown, KY
RN – Oncology Clinic
Position Overview
The facility's Medical Oncology Clinic is seeking an experienced RN to support a team of medical oncologists in an outpatient specialty setting. You'll play a central role in delivering comprehensive cancer care, from treatment coordination to patient education and clinical trial support.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare patients for clinic visits; obtain history of present illness, perform medication reconciliation, and gather pertinent clinical information
- Review patient charts prior to clinic to ensure all ordered test results are available
- Assist with chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and biotherapy administration per physician orders and safety protocols
- Initiate and manage vascular access (peripheral IVs, PICC lines, implanted ports)
- Assess patients pre-, during, and post-treatment; monitor for adverse reactions and side effects
- Manage treatment-related symptoms (nausea, pain, fatigue, neutropenia)
- Educate patients and families on treatment plans, side effects, and self-care strategies
- Coordinate care: ensure all tests, treatments, and referrals are ordered and followed up
- Support clinical trial enrollment: assess eligibility, educate patients, and coordinate with trial staff
- Assist with pre-authorizations, insurance issues, FMLA, disability forms, and specialty medication management
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the medical record
- Adhere to safe handling protocols for hazardous drugs per OSHA/USP guidelines
Requirements
- Active, unrestricted RN license (state of practice)
- BSN preferred; ADN + 5 years experience or BSN required
- BLS certification required
- ONS Chemotherapy/Biotherapy card and OCN required
- 1+ years of oncology nursing experience
- Strong IV access and vascular assessment skills
Schedule & Duration
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
12-week contract
Start date: November 30, 2026
