Locum Tenens Infusion Registered Nurse (RN) – Oncology Job in Novato, California

Bring your oncology and infusion nursing expertise to a growing outpatient infusion program in Novato, California. This locum tenens RN opportunity is ideal for a compassionate, highly skilled Registered Nurse who is confident administering chemotherapy and immunotherapy while caring for adult and geriatric patients throughout their treatment journey. Located in scenic Marin County, Novato offers a welcoming community, easy access to the San Francisco Bay Area, and abundant outdoor recreation.

Locum Tenens Nursing Job Details

• Assignment Type: Locum tenens nursing assignment
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,390-$2,520
• Location: Novato, California
• Start Date: November 2, 2026
• Assignment Duration: 13 weeks
• Schedule: 5 shifts per week; 8-hour day shifts
• Shift Hours: 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
• Hours per Week: 40
• Patient Population: Adults and geriatric patients
• Patient Ratio: Approximately 1:2
• Unit Environment: Growing outpatient infusion program with four infusion chairs across two rooms
• Charting: Epic electronic health record

Infusion RN Job Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of recent Registered Nurse experience
• Previous outpatient infusion center and chemotherapy nursing experience required
• Prior locum tenens nursing experience required
• Valid California Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications through an accepted provider
• ONS/ONCC chemotherapy certification required
• Proficiency with Epic or a comparable electronic health record system
• Demonstrated competency in chemotherapy, immunotherapy, central line and port care, IV therapy, infusion pump management, and treatment of infusion-related reactions
• Strong patient education, communication, assessment, and care-coordination skills

Oncology Infusion RN Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate nursing care to adult and geriatric patients receiving outpatient infusion treatments
• Administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, biologic therapies, hydration, blood products, and supportive medications according to established protocols
• Assess patients before, during, and after treatment, including monitoring laboratory results and treatment tolerance
• Access, manage, and maintain implanted ports, PICC lines, central lines, and peripheral IVs
• Recognize and respond promptly to adverse reactions, extravasation, anaphylaxis, sepsis, and other changes in patient condition
• Educate patients and families about treatment plans, side effects, symptom management, and when to seek additional care
• Document assessments, interventions, medications, and patient responses accurately in Epic
• Collaborate with providers, pharmacy, laboratory, radiology, social services, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team
• Follow cytotoxic medication handling, spill management, isolation, and patient safety procedures

Apply now for this California locum tenens nursing opportunity and bring your infusion expertise to an expanding oncology program in Novato, near the San Francisco Bay Area.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.