Travel Nurse RN - Oncology
Washington, DC
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs

Advance your oncology nursing career as a Travel Registered Nurse specializing in Radiation Oncology in Washington, DC (zip code 20010). This 13-week travel nursing contract offers the chance to provide expert clinical support to adult cancer patients while working in one of the top healthcare facilities in the nation's capital. Join our healthcare team and experience the vibrant culture, rich history, and diverse opportunities that Washington, DC healthcare jobs have to offer!

Registered Nurse Job Details

• Location: Washington, DC 20010 (ideal for those seeking DC nursing jobs)
• Unit: Radiation Oncology (Medical Surgical Oncology)
• Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse Contract
• Start Date: January 20, 2026
• End Date: April 21, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Day Shift, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (8-hour days)
• Hours per Week: 40
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1660 - $1780
• Patient Population: Adults (Daily census: 30-40)
• Charting System: Cerner EMR
• Flu Vaccine: Required (no exemptions)
• COVID-19 Vaccine: Not required

Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active Washington, DC Registered Nurse (RN) license required at time of application
• Minimum 2 years of recent oncology nursing experience in a hospital or clinical setting
• At least 1 completed travel nursing assignment preferred (will consider candidates with less experience after screening)
• BLS certification required
• Proficiency with Cerner electronic medical records (EMR) system
• Two (2) supervisor references required
• Strong clinical skills in: care and management of ports, central line/implanted line care, acute tumor lysis syndrome (ATLS), anaphylaxis, extravasation injury, hemorrhage, sepsis, spinal cord compression, neutropenic precautions, tracheostomy care/management, external radiation therapy, radiation safety, and oncology side effect management
• Preferred: Prior experience in Radiation Oncology

Oncology RN Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to adult oncology patients receiving radiation therapy
• Manage ports, central lines, tracheostomies, and provide advanced clinical support for complex oncology cases
• Monitor and respond to acute oncologic emergencies, including tumor lysis syndrome, anaphylaxis, and sepsis
• Educate patients and families on cancer treatment plans, radiation therapy side effects, and self-care strategies
• Assist with new radiation consults, simulation education, and ongoing patient education
• Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, including social workers and nutritionists
• Perform office duties such as chart preparation, disability form completion, pharmacy coordination, and telephone triage
• Start IVs and provide care for adult patients with various cancer diagnoses (prostate, breast, colorectal, cervical/endometrial, head and neck, lung)
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation using Cerner EMR

Apply now to join our Washington, DC healthcare team as a Travel Registered Nurse in Radiation Oncology. Take the next step in your oncology nursing career and discover rewarding travel nursing jobs in Washington, DC!

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