Medical-Surgical Oncology RN
Columbus, OH
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Travel Med/Surg RN in Columbus, OH — 16-week night shift assignment; competitive weekly pay $1,940–$2,040. Apply now.

Join a dynamic travel nursing team in Columbus, Ohio (zip 43210) as a Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Medical Surgical Oncology. This travel assignment places you on a mixed-acuity Progressive Care Unit (PCU)/MS Tele unit caring for high-acuity oncology patients. Columbus is known for its vibrant arts scene, diverse dining, and parks—an ideal location for travel nurses seeking professional growth and life-work balance.

Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,940 – $2,040 (Travel Nursing pay)
• Location: Columbus, Ohio (Zip: 43210) — Ohio nursing jobs / Columbus travel nurse
• Assignment Length: 16 weeks
• Start Date: May 18, 2026
• Shift: Night, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00 – 07:30) — Night shift RN
• Hours per Week: 36
• Employment Type: Travel (Travel Nurse, Contract RN)
• Unit: 18 East and West, Medical Surgical Oncology (48 beds) — PCU / MS Tele
• Scheduling: Self-scheduling; enter your preferred schedule requests

Job Requirements / Nurse Qualifications

• At least 1 year of current Med/Surg RN experience within the last 3 years (Med/Surg RN, medical-surgical experience)
• Valid RN license — compact or Ohio state license required at time of submission (Ohio RN, compact RN)
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required
• Graduated from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program
• Epic charting system experience required (Epic EMR experience)
• Ability to float to other MS Tele units of equivalent or lower acuity (telemetry/PCU float)
• Two professional references required (one from manager/director or formal leadership; second may be from a Charge RN)
• Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only); COVID-19 vaccine not required
• Oncology experience preferred but not required — oncology nurse, chemotherapy familiarity a plus

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, patient-centered care to medical oncology patients in a mixed-acuity PCU/MS Tele unit (oncology nursing, Med/Surg care)
• Manage a wide variety of patient diagnoses including solid tumors and hematologic cancers
• Monitor telemetry and utilize specialized equipment: GE telemetry monitors, bladder scanners, Alaris pumps, PCA pumps, and continuous bladder irrigation systems
• Document patient care accurately in Epic EMR and follow established clinical workflows
• Adhere to infection prevention, fall prevention, and safety protocols
• Participate in professional development opportunities, including a 2-day chemotherapy course if interested (chemotherapy training available)
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Radiology, Social Services, Pharmacy, and Rapid Response Teams
• Float to other units as needed based on staffing priorities and complete orientation and training as scheduled

Apply now to join our travel nursing team in Columbus, Ohio. Submit your RN license, two professional references, and availability. Join our healthcare team today!

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