Registered Nurse (RN) – Oncology/Hematology Unit/Department Overview This position is within a 21-bed unit specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of hematological and oncology conditions, including palliative care, inpatient hospice, chemotherapy, symptom management, and supportive care for progressive diagnoses. Contract Details • Length of Contract: Generally 26 weeks, with a preference for extensions up to 51 weeks. • Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week. • Orientation Dates: Various orientation dates throughout late 2026. • Compliance Due: Two Thursdays prior to the start date. Shift Details • Shift Type: 12-hour shifts. • Weekend Rotation: Every other weekend. • Holiday Rotation: HCP may request 1 holiday off per year. Two federal holidays and additional non-essential holidays apply. Float Requirements Ability to float to other post-surgical and medical-surgical inpatient floors as needed. Qualifications • Certifications: AHA BLS is required upon submission; Chemotherapy Certification is preferred. • License: Must possess a valid Kansas or Multistate nursing license. No restrictions permitted. • Education: ADN or BSN is acceptable. • Experience: Minimum of 1 year of acute care nursing experience is required; experience in oncology/hematology is preferred. Charting System Experience with Epic is required, with a testing option available for proficiency. Unit Environment The unit fosters a commitment to safe, high-quality patient care through clinical expertise, teamwork, critical thinking, and continuous improvement. The culture emphasizes shared responsibility for risk identification and harm prevention while providing compassionate, patient-centered care. Additional Policies • Staffing Ratios: 1:6, with a ratio of 1:4 when active chemotherapy is being infused. • Scrub Color: Navy. • Jewelry Policy: Visible tattoos are permitted as long as they are not offensive; piercings must maintain a professional appearance. • Vaccination Requirements: Immunity or vaccination proof for Hep B, MMR, Varicella, TDaP, and Influenza during the flu season must be submitted.