Oncology RN
Aurora, CO
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,403/weekOverview
- Start Date11/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care620 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Oncology RN for a night shift position at a teaching hospital, requiring Trauma Level I and surgical oncology experience.
Details
- Medical Surgical Oncology unit within a 36-bed teaching hospital setting
- Patient population primarily includes gynecologic, colorectal, pancreatic, liver, and stomach cancer patients requiring surgical intervention
- Unit does not administer chemotherapy or biotherapy, so chemo certification is not required
- Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:6, which may flex based on staffing and unit needs
- Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 19:00-7:00) with various days of the week
- Weekend shifts required per unit needs
- No on-call requirements
- Floating required within scope, including to sister facilities based on facility needs
- Uses Epic charting system
- Navy scrub color required
Requirements
- Active RN license (CO or Compact) required
- Current BLS certification required
- Minimum 2 years acute care experience required
- Teaching hospital experience required (hard stop requirement)
- Trauma Level I hospital experience required
- Epic charting experience required
- Experience in environments with flexible staffing ratios required
- Skilled in IV therapy, infusions, and central line/PICC line care
- Experience managing oncologic emergencies such as sepsis and anaphylaxis
- Experience with post-surgical care, wound care, and ostomy management
- Experience with symptom management including nausea, altered mental status, and dysphagia
Additional Information
- Provide post-surgical nursing care to oncology patients to help achieve discharge milestones
- First-time travelers accepted, but must have teaching hospital experience if this is their first travel assignment
- Candidates with recent application history to the facility's internal travel or staff positions within the past two years will not be considered
- Returning travelers who completed a full year on assignment may not be rebooked for at least one year
- Maximum of 10 RTO days approved per 13-week contract, with blackout periods during which RTO requests are not permitted
- 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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