Oncology Chemotherapy RN
New Brunswick, NJ
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Oncology Chemo Certified Registered Nurse

Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Provide nursing care in oncology, including hematological malignancies, bone marrow transplant, CAR-T therapy, chemotherapy administration, and solid oncology diagnoses.
• Patient ratio approximately 1:4.
• Shift: Day shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM – 7:30 PM).
• Weekend requirement: Every other weekend.
• Floating: May float within the scope of skillset as needed across multiple campuses.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Jersey.
• Minimum 2 years of oncology nursing experience, with oncology experience within the last year.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• Chemotherapy certification.
• IV Certification.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).

Required Health and Safety Documents

• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 3 months of start; additional clearance if history of positive TB.
• Physical exam within the past 12 months confirming ability to perform essential job functions and free of communicable disease.
• Influenza vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption for the 2025-2026 season.
• Proof of immunity or vaccination for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (positive titer or compliant vaccination series)
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap within past 10 years
• Fit test and respiratory medical clearance required prior to start; on-site fit testing mandatory.
• Latex allergy screening questionnaire if job tasks require glove use.
• Color vision exam if job tasks require color discrimination.

Orientation and Training Requirements

• Must complete facility-specific orientation, including watching required videos and signing attestations.
• Pass/fail testing for EKG and medication competency required; candidates have 3 attempts with remediation after first failure.
• Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) certification required only for ER, Pediatric ER, and Behavioral Health RNs (not required for this oncology role).
• Annual education sign-off and continuing education units (CEUs) as applicable.

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are accepted.
• Local candidates are accepted.
• Time off requests must be submitted with application and approved before offer.
• Block scheduling is not approved.

This position requires a dedicated oncology nurse with chemotherapy certification and solid clinical experience, ready to work 12-hour day shifts on a travel contract basis in New Jersey.