American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Oncology for a travel nursing job in St. Louis, Missouri.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Oncology
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/26/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 26, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg-Oncology RN for a night shift position at a Magnet-designated, Level I Trauma teaching hospital, requiring 1 year of oncology or med/surg oncology experience and a MO or compact RN license.
Details
- Inpatient oncology unit at a short-term acute care, Magnet-designated, Level I Trauma teaching hospital
- Cares for medical oncology patients with solid tumors including lung, breast, and pancreatic cancers
- BMT unit available for experienced candidates with a 1:3 ratio for all shifts
- Standard oncology ratios of 1:4-5
- Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours (19:00-7:30)
- Every other weekend required
- No on-call requirements
- Will float within service line to meet facility needs
- Performs IV starts, port and central line access, trach care, and feeding tube management
- Uses CAD infusion pumps
- Charting completed in EPIC
Requirements
- Active MO or compact RN license required (compact must match permanent residence)
- Minimum 1 year of RN experience, oncology or med/surg oncology background required
- BLS and ACLS certifications required
- BSN preferred
- Must pass Relias EKG exam covering interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
- Skilled in IV therapy, port and central line care, PICC line care, and infusion pump management
- Phlebotomy skills required
- Chemotherapy administration and monitoring experience preferred but not required
- BMT and stem cell transplant experience preferred but not required
- Must be clean-shaven or have facial hair compatible with respirator fit testing
Additional Information
- Provides direct patient care including chemotherapy support, port/line access, and post-treatment monitoring for oncology patients
- Average patient length of stay is 3-5 days
- Navy blue scrub color required
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- No local candidates accepted within a 75-mile radius
- No more than 7 days of RTO allowed per 13-week contract, with no RTO permitted during the first week
- Permanent employees must wait 1 year before returning to any BJC facility as a traveler
- Standard travelers may work up to an 18-month period before requiring a 3-month break in service
American Traveler Job ID #P-763354. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg - Oncology
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.