Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) - Utica, New York

Enhance your career by caring for patients in a specialized medical-surgical setting with a strong oncology focus. This contract opportunity is ideal for registered nurses who are passionate about supporting oncology patients and thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment. You’ll play a vital role in providing comprehensive care to those undergoing medical-surgical interventions, with specific attention to the unique needs of individuals facing cancer diagnoses and treatments.

Desired Experience and Qualifications:

• Valid and current RN license
• Minimum of one year of nursing experience in a medical-surgical (MS) setting
• Proven oncology nursing experience—this qualification is required
• Ability to comprehensively assess, plan, and implement individualized patient care
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Compassionate, detail-oriented, and able to handle challenging situations with professionalism

Schedule/Hours:

• Schedule and shift details will be provided during the interview process

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients with a primary focus on oncology cases
• Monitor patient progress, recognize changing conditions, and advocate for necessary interventions
• Administer chemotherapy and oncology-specific treatments, monitoring for side effects and responses
• Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatment plans, and ongoing care requirements
• Collaborate closely with physicians, interdisciplinary healthcare providers, and support staff to optimize patient outcomes
• Maintain accurate charting, medication administration records, and care documentation in compliance with policy and standards

Benefits and Perks:

• Opportunity to expand oncology expertise in a supportive setting
• Exposure to advanced treatments and evolving best practices in oncology nursing
• Collaborative team culture focused on continuous learning

Deliver compassionate care while advancing your skills in oncology nursing. Submit your application today to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients.

Compensation for this position ranges from $26.59 to $50.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.