Job Opportunity – Medical Oncology Registered Nurse – Ohio
Start Date: October 19, 2026
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: Day/Night rotation; staffing ratio goal of 1:4 (may be 1:5); weekends variable based on unit needs; floating required to other MedSurg Oncology units; 36-bed unit
Highlights:
- Comprehensive solid tumor oncology care across the entire cancer journey, from diagnosis through treatment and end-of-life care
- Common patient diagnoses include breast, lung, prostate, pancreatic, colon, and esophageal cancers, plus chemotherapy administration
- Epic EMR system with 72 hours of orientation provided
- Oncology experience preferred but not required; strong focus on infection prevention protocols and patient safety
- Access to interdisciplinary support including PT, respiratory services, pharmacy, social services, and rapid response teams
- Previous travel experience preferred
Requirements:
- Current RN license (compact or Ohio state license required at time of submission)
- Minimum 2 years of acute care experience (must be current within the last 12 months)
- BLS certification required; ONS Chemotherapy certification preferred
- Required skills: Telemetry interpretation and monitoring, accessing/managing ports, chemotherapy administration, blood product administration, central line blood draw, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, IV starts and maintenance, isolation precautions/PPE, tracheostomy care/management
- Epic charting system experience required
- Education from ACEN or CCNE accredited program
- 2 professional references required (at least one from manager/director or formal leadership)
- Flu vaccination required (medical exemptions only)
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of oncology patients and their families during critical moments in their cancer journey. You'll work with a comprehensive care model that addresses both complex oncological needs and traditional medical-surgical concerns, supported by a full interdisciplinary team. This role provides excellent experience in solid tumor oncology within a specialized unit that emphasizes evidence-based practice and patient-centered care.
Additional Information:
- Strict compliance deadline: Tuesday prior to start date
- Ohio fingerprinting process must be completed immediately upon contract signing
- Former employees eligible after 6 months away from facility
- Local candidates accepted at the same rate
- One pre-approved time off period available
- Parking options available through facility parking services