Oncology Med Surg RN
Aurora, CO
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Rotating
$2,403/weekOverview
- Start Date11/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftRotating
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care620 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Medical Surgical Oncology RN with 2+ years of acute care experience and a CO or Compact RN license for a rotating shift assignment.
Details
- Medical Surgical Oncology unit within a 36-bed inpatient hospital setting
- Rotating day and night shifts on a 3x12 schedule (7:00-19:30 days, 19:00-7:30 nights), various days of the week
- Weekend shifts required per unit needs
- Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:4 on day shift and 1:5 on night shift, with ratios able to flex based on staffing and unit needs
- Uses Epic charting system
- Floating required within scope to meet facility needs, including to sister facilities
- No on-call requirements
Requirements
- Active RN license (CO or Compact) required
- BLS certification required
- Oncology certification (ONS/ONCC or OCN) preferred but not required
- Minimum 2 years of acute care experience required
- Trauma Level II hospital experience required
- Comfortable working in environments with flexible staffing ratios
- Skilled in IV therapy, port access/management, central/PICC line care, and chemotherapy administration
- Experience managing oncologic emergencies (ATLS, anaphylaxis, extravasation, hemorrhage, sepsis, spinal cord compression)
- Knowledge of symptom management for chemotherapy patients (nausea, neuropathy, altered mental status, mucositis)
- Experience with isolation precautions, neutropenic precautions, and wound care preferred
- Oncology skills checklist required for consideration
Additional Information
- Provide direct patient care to inpatient oncology population, including chemotherapy administration and monitoring
- Manage oncologic emergencies and provide psychosocial and symptom management support
- Navy scrub color required
- Completion of all facility-specific modules required within the first week of assignment
- Maximum of 10 RTO days approved per 13-week contract, with blackout periods during high-census times
- No blocked scheduling requests allowed
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Local candidates accepted
Facility
University of Colorado Hospital
4 nurses recommend working with University of Colorado Hospital

- Short Term Acute Care
- 620 beds
Employer
American Traveler
86 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Sebrona was so thorough and great to work with.
Cons
None
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.
About Aurora, CO
As a Travel Oncology Nurse in Aurora, CO here's what you should know:- Lower cost of living compared to the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 88°F and winter lows of 17°F.
- Options for short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find.
- Car friendliness is high, and public transportation options are available.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the high pollen count.
- Aurora has a large population of travel nurses.
- Plentiful and diverse local attractions including the Aurora History Museum, the Black American West Museum, and the Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus.
- Fantastic food scene with restaurants like El Taco de Mexico, Sam's No 3 Diner, and La Sandia Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar.
- Outdoor activities include the Aurora Reservoir for fishing, boating, swimming, and ice skating in the winter, as well as over 50 miles of beautiful hiking trails.
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