Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse / Emergency Department (Oncology Pod) – Ohio
Start Date: November 2, 2026
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 12-hour shifts (Days/Nights or Nights only); floating required as needed; 1:4 patient ratio
Highlights:
- Specialized oncology emergency care pod - one of the few dedicated oncology ED settings in the country
- 15-room unit with 19 beds designed for high-acuity cancer patient emergencies
- 13-week assignment with Epic EMR system
- Collaborative interdisciplinary team with interpretation services support
- Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, specialized emergency medicine environment
- Request time off may be granted at facility discretion (7 consecutive days for 14-week contracts)
Requirements:
- Active RN license (Compact or Ohio state license required at time of submission)
- Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department experience required
- 1 year of travel nursing experience required (hard stop requirement)
- Epic EMR experience required
- Oncology experience preferred but not required
- Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and PALS
- Proficiency in IV starts and telemetry monitoring
- Nursing degree from ACEN or CCNE accredited program
- 2 professional references required (at least 1 from manager/director or formal supervisor)
Essential Skills:
- BiPAP/CPAP management and care of ventilated patients
- Blood product administration and central line care/management
- Emergency medication administration and IV vasopressors
- Interpretation of arterial blood gases (ABGs) and dysrhythmias
- 12-lead EKG/ECG acquisition and STEMI protocols
- Triage and isolation precautions/PPE protocols
- Phlebotomy and IV initiation/maintenance
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This unique position offers the chance to work in a cutting-edge oncology emergency department that combines specialized cancer care with the dynamic environment of emergency medicine. You'll be part of a dedicated team providing critical care to a vulnerable patient population while utilizing advanced clinical skills in a supportive, resource-rich setting. This role is ideal for experienced travel nurses seeking to expand their expertise in oncology emergency care while making a meaningful impact on patients facing complex medical challenges.
Important Application Notes:
- Strict compliance deadline: Tuesday prior to start date with no exceptions
- Ohio fingerprinting must be completed immediately upon contract signing
- Request time off (RTO) must be submitted at time of application and built into contract
- Former employees eligible after 6 months away from facility
- Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only); COVID-19 vaccine not required
- 76 hours of orientation provided
Parking Information:
Multiple parking permit options available through facility parking services, ranging from shuttle-access lots to direct garage access. Monthly and annual options available with costs varying by location and access level. Detailed parking information provided upon assignment.