Travel Nurse RN - Outpatient Med Surg
New Haven, CT
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs

Explore a 13-week outpatient oncology infusion travel nursing job in New Haven, Connecticut, with day shifts, competitive weekly pay, and a collaborative cancer care team. Make a meaningful difference for adult and geriatric patients receiving complex cancer treatments across a broad range of solid-tumor diagnoses, including breast, lung, gastrointestinal, neuro, gynecologic, genitourinary, head and neck, melanoma, sarcoma, and kidney cancers.

Travel RN Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,250–$2,370
• Location: New Haven, Connecticut—a vibrant coastal city known for its historic neighborhoods, cultural attractions, diverse dining, and convenient access to the greater New England region
• Assignment Type: 13-week travel nursing contract
• Start Date: October 30, 2026
• Schedule: 4 shifts per week, 10-hour day shifts; typically 8:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m.
• Weekly Hours: 40 hours
• Alternate Schedule: Five 8-hour day shifts, generally 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., may be considered
• Patient Population: Adults and geriatric patients
• Patient Ratio: Approximately 1:7–8
• Daily Census: Approximately 80 visits
• Charting: Epic
• Scheduling: Block scheduling
• Float: Possible
• Dress Code: Royal blue scrubs
• Travel Eligibility: Local candidates within 75 miles are not eligible for this assignment

Outpatient Oncology RN Job Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license eligible for practice in Connecticut; candidates should begin the Connecticut licensing process early, as issuance may take approximately 15–21 business days
• At least 2 years of recent outpatient oncology infusion or specialty oncology nursing experience
• Current BLS/BCLS certification
• Chemo certification through ONS/ONCC
• OCN certification preferred or required per assignment compliance
• Current Epic charting experience
• Demonstrated competency with chemotherapy administration, peripheral IV placement, port access, venipuncture/phlebotomy, and infusion therapy
• Strong triage, patient education, assessment, and clinical documentation skills
• Seasonal influenza vaccination is required
• One professional reference required

Oncology Infusion RN Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate nursing care to adult and geriatric oncology patients in an outpatient infusion setting
• Administer chemotherapy, biologic therapies, intravenous infusions, and other prescribed treatments according to established protocols
• Access and maintain peripheral IVs and implanted ports while monitoring for complications
• Complete patient assessments, obtain vital signs, evaluate pain and symptoms, and identify changes in condition
• Perform triage and respond appropriately to treatment-related symptoms, adverse reactions, and urgent clinical needs
• Provide patient and family education regarding treatment plans, medications, side effects, and symptom management
• Document care accurately in Epic and maintain required clinical and medication records
• Collaborate with providers, pharmacy, respiratory services, radiology, social services, interpretation services, and rapid response teams
• Support care for patients participating in clinical trials and those receiving specialized treatments, including radiopharmaceuticals
• Maintain a safe, organized infusion environment and follow infection prevention, medication safety, and biohazard disposal standards

Apply now for this outpatient oncology infusion travel RN opportunity in New Haven, Connecticut, and join a dedicated cancer care team.

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