PCU Registered Nurse – Surgical Oncology
Columbus, OH
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a busy Progressive Care Unit with night shifts caring for mixed surgical oncology and Med Surg patients.

Responsibilities

• Work on a mixed acuity Progressive Care Unit with both PCU and Med Surg adult and geriatric patients
• Handles surgical oncology, hepatobiliary, colorectal, and plastics patient populations
• Typical nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:4, with a maximum of 1:5
• Procedures include chemotherapy, blood transfusions, IV antibiotics, insulin and heparin drips, and management of oncologic emergencies
• Heavy focus on infection prevention and fall protocols
• Utilizes Epic EMR
• Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 19:00-7:30), weekends as needed by unit
• No set or blocked scheduling; self-schedule requests are considered before balancing the final schedule
• One week daytime orientation followed by on-unit orientation with a preceptor
• Daily responsibilities include monitoring surgical oncology patients, administering chemotherapy and blood products, managing IV drips, and responding to oncologic emergencies
• Collaborate with a team of staff who are all PCU trained
• Intensive orientation and support provided during the initial weeks
• Infection prevention and patient fall reduction are key expectations of the role
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

Requirements

• Active OH or compact RN license required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum of 2 years relevant nursing experience
• Experience with adult and geriatric oncology and Med Surg patient care required
• Epic EMR charting experience preferred
• ONS Chemo certification preferred

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts