Job Opportunity – Medical Oncology Registered Nurse – Medical/Surgical Telemetry – Ohio
Start Date: November 30, 2026
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Compensation: Competitive salary with auto offer. Details provided to qualified applicants.
Schedule: 12-hour rotating day/night shifts. Shift assignments reviewed every 4-week scheduling period based on departmental needs. Weekend shifts vary based on unit requirements. Patient ratios aim for 1:4-5 (Med/Surg Telemetry) but may vary.
Highlights:
- Mixed acuity PCU/Medical-Surgical Telemetry unit specializing in medical oncology care with approximately 48 beds
- High-acuity patient population with varied diagnoses ranging from solid tumors to blood cancers
- Oncology experience preferred but NOT required – 2 years inpatient nursing experience required
- Optional professional development opportunity: 2-day chemotherapy training course available for interested candidates
- Epic charting system with comprehensive interdisciplinary support including pharmacy, respiratory services, physical therapy, and rapid response teams
- Equipment includes GE telemetry monitoring, Alaris pumps, PCA pumps, continuous bladder irrigation, and bladder scanners
- Strong focus on infection prevention protocols and patient safety initiatives
- 72-hour comprehensive orientation provided
Requirements:
- Active Registered Nurse license (compact or Ohio state license required at time of submission)
- Minimum 2 years of current inpatient nursing experience (must be current and consistent within the last 12 months)
- Medical/Surgical and Telemetry experience required; PCU experience not required
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required
- ACLS certification required
- Epic charting system experience required
- Willingness to float to units of equivalent or lower acuity
- Previous travel experience preferred
- Graduation from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
- Two professional references required (at least one from a manager/director or formal leadership capacity)
Key Skills:
- Telemetry monitoring and interpretation of dysrhythmias
- Blood product administration and central/PICC line management
- IV therapy initiation and maintenance
- PCA pump operation and continuous bladder irrigation
- BiPAP/CPAP management and high-flow nasal cannula
- Isolation precautions and proper PPE usage
- Heparin and IV insulin protocol management
- Port access and management (preferred)
- Chemotherapy administration and monitoring (preferred but not required)
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
Join a dedicated team providing specialized oncology care in a supportive, growth-oriented environment. This role offers the unique opportunity to expand your oncology skills with optional chemotherapy certification training while working with a collaborative interdisciplinary team. Whether you're looking to build oncology expertise or apply your Medical/Surgical Telemetry skills in a specialized setting, this position provides comprehensive support, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on patients facing cancer diagnoses.
Benefits:
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits
- Professional growth and development opportunities, including optional chemotherapy certification
- One pre-approved time off period available
Additional Information:
Patient Population: Adults and geriatric patients. Pediatric patients are extremely rare and typically cared for by permanent staff; pediatric experience is not required.
Vaccination Requirements: Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only). COVID-19 vaccine not required.
Compliance: Strict compliance deadline of Tuesday prior to start date. Ohio fingerprinting process must be completed urgently upon contract signing. Candidates must be responsive and cooperative with credentialing requirements.
Eligibility: Former employees eligible after 6 months separation. Current employees at this facility system are ineligible for travel positions.
This is a travel nursing assignment. Local candidates accepted at the same rate. All offers contingent upon successful completion of credentialing and compliance requirements.