Travel Nurse RN - Oncology
Bridgeport, CT
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,268/weekOverview
- Start Date04/03/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Travel Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) – 12-week assignment in Bridgeport, CT. Must have chemo certification, EPIC charting experience, and oncology travel nursing background. Join our oncology travel nurse team in a Level II Trauma short-term acute care hospital.
Job Details
- Title: Oncology Registered Nurse (Oncology RN) – Travel Nurse
- Location: Bridgeport, CT 06610 (Connecticut travel nursing opportunity)
- Estimated Weekly Salary: $2,020 - $2,130 per week
- Setting: Short-term acute care hospital, Level II Trauma Center
- Unit: West Tower 7 – Oncology (MedSurg overflow as needed)
- Assignment Type: Travel assignment / Travel RN
- Start Date: April 3, 2026
- End Date: June 26, 2026
- Duration: 12 weeks
- Shifts: 3 x 12-hour days (07:00 – 19:30)
- Hours per Week: 36
- Weekend/Holiday: Every other weekend and holidays as needed
- Charting/EHR: EPIC experience required
- Scrubs: Royal blue
- Parking: Free parking available
Qualifications / Job Requirements
- Minimum 2 years recent Oncology RN experience (1.5 years accepted with Level I or prior travel experience)
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license; CT RN license must be in process before submission
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
- NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale) certification
- Chemo certification required (ONS / ONCC preferred) — must be current for chemotherapy administration
- EPIC charting experience required (electronic medical record proficiency)
- Flu vaccine required (no exemptions)
- Ability to float to MedSurg units as needed; flexible to cover oncology and med-surg overflow
- One professional reference required
- Travelers only — local candidates within 75 miles not accepted (CT travel nursing only)
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care for adult and geriatric oncology/hematology patients in an inpatient oncology unit
- Safely administer chemotherapy, manage side effects, and perform continuous infusion and IV push chemotherapy per protocol
- Manage central venous access devices including ports, PICC lines, and central lines
- Perform phlebotomy, wound care, tracheostomy care, and other common oncology procedures
- Monitor and interpret telemetry and vital signs; participate in rapid response teams and emergency situations
- Implement neutropenic, isolation, and infection control precautions
- Educate and support patients and families regarding treatment plans, symptom management, and discharge planning
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including IV team, physical therapy, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, and social work
- Float to MedSurg units as required to support patient care demands
This is an ideal travel nursing job for experienced oncology nurses seeking short-term assignments in Connecticut. If you are a chemo-certified, EPIC-experienced Oncology RN who thrives in fast-paced acute care and values teamwork, apply now to join our travel nurse team in Bridgeport, CT.
Apply now: Submit your resume and RN license details to be considered for this Oncology RN travel assignment. Join our healthcare team today!
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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About Bridgeport, CT
As a Travel Oncology Nurse in Bridgeport, CT here's what you should know:- Bridgeport's cost of living is higher than the national average, particularly in housing and transportation.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 83°F, and winter lows can drop to 22°F.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available, but they may require some searching and planning.
- Bridgeport is car-friendly, but public transportation options such as buses and trains are also available for getting around the city and nearby areas.
- Bridgeport has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include obesity and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Bridgeport offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, music venues, and sports activities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy parks, beaches, and hiking trails in the area.
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