Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Washington, DC
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs

Advance your nursing career as a PACU Registered Nurse (RN) and Radiation Medicine Nurse Navigator in Washington, DC (zip code 20007). This travel healthcare job offers a unique opportunity to work in a leading Radiation Treatment Center, supporting adult cancer patients while enjoying the vibrant culture and historic attractions of the nation's capital.

Healthcare Job Details

• Job Title: PACU Registered Nurse (RN) – Nurse Navigator (Radiation Medicine)
• Location: Washington, DC 20007
• Assignment Type: Travel nursing job
• Start Date: December 22, 2025
• End Date: March 23, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Day shifts, 8:00am–4:30pm, 5 days per week
• Hours per Week: 40
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1770 - $1900
• Setting: Radiation Treatment Center
• Patient Population: Adults, primarily oncology patients
• Charting System: Cerner EMR
• Flu Vaccine: Required (no exemptions)

Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active DC Registered Nurse license required at time of application
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience; nurse navigator or coordinator experience preferred
• BLS certification (American Heart Association)
• Proficiency in care and management of ports, central lines, IV starts, wound care, and tracheostomy management
• Experience with acute oncology emergencies (ATLS, anaphylaxis, extravasation injury, hemorrhage, sepsis, spinal cord compression, neutropenic precautions)
• Radiation oncology nursing experience preferred
• Ability to complete charting in Cerner EMR
• At least one prior travel nursing assignment completed
• Two supervisor references required

RN Responsibilities

• Serve as nurse navigator for radiation therapy patients, providing education, assessment, and care coordination
• Perform office duties: chart preparation, disability forms, pharmacy calls, and telephone triage
• Assess and manage patient symptoms, consulting with physicians and emergency services as needed
• Deliver skincare and wound care, monitor for radiation toxicity, and address social needs
• Start and maintain IVs for adult oncology patients
• Coordinate appointments and clinic flow for radiation therapy patients
• Ensure radiation safety protocols are followed
• Document all care and interventions accurately in Cerner EMR

Discover rewarding nursing jobs in Washington, DC and join our healthcare team dedicated to excellence in patient care. Apply now to start your travel nursing assignment and make a difference in oncology nursing!

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