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

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a high-acuity Oncology Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position with night shifts and advanced telemetry responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 36-bed Oncology PCU with a focus on high-acuity adult patients and rare pediatric cases
• Patient populations include solid tumor, orthopedic oncology, and thoracic oncology cases
• The unit covers both progressive care and a small number of med surg beds
• Staffing ratios are typically 1:4-5 for Med Surg Telemetry and 1:3 for PCU
• Night shifts consist of three 12-hour shifts per week, from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
• Unit specialized in infection prevention and patient fall protocols
• Uses GE B450 monitors, Alaris pumps, Stryker beds, bladder scanners, and PCA pumps
• First week includes Monday to Friday dayshift orientation; second week provides 36 hours on-unit orientation with a preceptor
• Required to float to units with equivalent or lower acuity
• Duties include advanced care for oncology patients and managing complex patient needs
• Responsibilities involve interpretation of dysrhythmias, titrating drips, chest tube and airway management, and infection prevention
• Opportunities for professional growth and flexible self-scheduled shift requests are offered
• All candidates will participate in a structured orientation program with preceptor support
• Scrub requirements and holiday expectations will be discussed during orientation
• First-time travelers may be considered
• No minimum break between assignments required except for Sterile Processing Techs

Requirements

• Active OH or compact RN license required
• Current certifications in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS), ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Two years of high-acuity PCU experience required
• Experience with telemetry equipment and advanced monitoring required
• Skills in central and peripheral line care, blood product administration, port access, feeding tube care, starting IVs, heparin protocols, PCA, cardiac drips, respiratory support (CPAP/BiPAP, HFNC), ABG interpretation, trach management, and responding to rapid response calls
• Oncology experience preferred, but not required
• Previous travel experience 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