Job Description

Overview
Registered Nurse, Med Surg (Oncology/Chemotherapy) – Hilo, Hawaii, United States. This travel, temporary assignment starts 07/13/2026 for 13 weeks. Weekly pay ranges from $2,281 to $2,466. There are no guaranteed hours. Shift: Day shift, Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, in a hospital-based med/surg unit with chemotherapy care responsibilities. The role requires proficiency in Epic EMR and adherence to oncology and infusion safety protocols.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,281 – $2,466 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Day shift, Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM
- Setting: Hospital-based med/surg unit with chemotherapy administration
- Start date: 07/13/2026
- Assignment type: Travel - temporary

Responsibilities
- Independently administer a variety of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and injections per provider orders, including hormonal and non-chemo therapies.
- Access ports (port-a-caths), PICCs, and Hickman catheters; perform venipuncture, catheter dressings, and collect labs via implanted venous access devices.
- Maintain accurate, concise patient records on condition, treatments, medications, and responses; monitor intravenous therapies and patient responses to treatment.
- Notify the Medical Oncologist or Nurse Practitioner of unusual events and initiate emergency action when necessary.
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers about medications, treatments, expected responses, side effects, disease process, nutrition, activity, and physical adjustments related to the disease or its treatment.
- Verify informed consent prior to administering chemotherapy; demonstrate knowledge of proper handling, administration, and disposal of hazardous drugs and appropriate PPE; maintain a safe environment and comply with policies and procedures.
- Maintain proficiency in Epic EMR and perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements
- Proficiency with port access, PICCs, and Hickman catheter care, including dressing changes and labs via ports and catheters.
- Knowledge of chemotherapy handling and safety, including proper PPE and hazardous drug protocols.
- Ability to educate patients and families about treatments, anticipated effects, and self-care.
- Proficiency in Epic EMR for documentation and orders.
- Ability to work in a hospital med/surg oncology setting and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
- Flexibility to work the assigned day shift schedule as outlined.

Benefits and Support
- Travel assignment in a hospital setting with a defined 13-week contract
- Competitive weekly pay within the stated range
- Pre-start onboarding activities coordinated to align with onboarding and employee health requirements
- On-going staffing support throughout the assignment
- Access to resources for credentialing and assignment logistics

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Pay disclaimer
Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

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