Travel Nurse RN - Oncology
Jackson, TN
GHR Healthcare - Travel
3x12 hrs

Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical-Surgical Oncology | Jackson, Tennessee

Make a meaningful impact as an Oncology Registered Nurse caring for adult and geriatric patients on a fast-paced medical-surgical oncology and telemetry unit in Jackson, TN. This 13-week travel nursing job offers consistent night shifts, supportive interdisciplinary resources, and the opportunity to strengthen your oncology, hematology, and telemetry nursing expertise. Jackson is a welcoming West Tennessee community known for its rich cultural heritage, convenient amenities, and easy access to outdoor recreation.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Position: Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical-Surgical Oncology
• Location: Jackson, Tennessee 38301
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,800–$1,890
• Contract: 13 weeks
• Start Date: October 19, 2026
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 12-hour nights
• Shift Time: 6:45 p.m. – 7:15 a.m.
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Patient Population: Adult and geriatric oncology, hematology, medical-surgical, and telemetry patients
• Typical Patient Ratio: 4–5 patients
• Unit Environment: 36-bed medical-surgical oncology and telemetry unit with an average daily census of approximately 34
• Openings: 2

Oncology Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• Active Tennessee or compact Registered Nurse (RN) license at the time of submission
• Minimum of 2 years of Registered Nurse experience; oncology, hematology, or medical-surgical telemetry experience strongly preferred
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications
• Recent Epic electronic health record experience within the past 18 months, clearly documented in the candidate profile
• Ability to successfully complete the required Epic competency assessment
• Strong telemetry, oncology, hematology, and adult acute-care nursing skills
• Willingness to float to other medical-surgical and telemetry units as needed
• Previous travel nursing experience preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Required immunizations include COVID-19 vaccination, with limited medical or religious exemptions, and influenza vaccination

Medical-Surgical Oncology RN Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, compassionate nursing care to oncology, hematology, medical-surgical, and telemetry patients
• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments, develop individualized care plans, and evaluate patient outcomes
• Administer and monitor chemotherapy and other complex treatments according to established protocols
• Manage central lines, ports, PICC lines, peripheral IVs, blood products, feeding tubes, surgical drains, and wound care needs
• Monitor telemetry, interpret dysrhythmias, and respond promptly to changes in patient condition
• Provide oxygen therapy, non-invasive airway support, chest tube care, and other advanced medical-surgical nursing interventions
• Safely administer medications, including heparin and IV insulin protocols, while monitoring for adverse reactions
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams, including pharmacy, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, radiology, social services, and rapid response teams
• Recognize clinical deterioration and initiate appropriate interventions, including escalation to rapid response or code teams
• Accurately document patient care in Epic and provide clear handoff communication
• Float to designated medical-surgical or telemetry units while maintaining high standards of patient care

Apply now for this travel Registered Nurse opportunity in Jackson, Tennessee, and join a collaborative healthcare team serving oncology and acute-care patients.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We 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.