Oncology Med-Surg/Telemetry RN
Columbus, Ohio
Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center - Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital

Registered Nurse (Oncology) - Travel/Contract

Location: Columbus, Ohio
Contract Length: 16 weeks

Position Overview

Seeking an experienced Oncology Nurse to provide comprehensive care to adult and geriatric patients with cancers such as endometrial, bladder, renal, ovarian, and cervical. The unit specializes in chemotherapy, clinical trials, brachytherapy, and continuous bladder irrigation (CBI), with a strong focus on infection prevention and patient falls management.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care to adult and geriatric oncology patients.
• Administer chemotherapy and monitor for adverse reactions.
• Participate in clinical trials, including data collection and documentation.
• Perform specialized procedures like brachytherapy and neobladder care.
• Implement infection prevention protocols and maintain patient safety.
• Monitor telemetry, interpret dysrhythmias, and respond to patient condition changes.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary and rapid response teams.
• Manage feeding tubes, IV therapy, blood products, and central lines.
• Use EPIC electronic charting for accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) with at least 2 years of Med Surg/Telemetry experience.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Proficient in medical-surgical and telemetry nursing, including dysrhythmia interpretation.
• Experience with oncology procedures such as chemotherapy and brachytherapy.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Chemotherapy certification preferred.

Work Schedule

• 12-hour rotating day/night shifts (schedule may include days, nights, or both).
• Shift assignments reviewed every 4 weeks but subject to staffing needs.
• Staffing ratios typically 1:4, may adjust to 1:5.
• Variable weekends based on unit needs.
• Self-scheduling accommodated to balance preferences and unit requirements.
• Orientation: Week 1 is Monday-Friday day shift; Week 2 includes 36 hours of on-unit orientation with a preceptor.

Required Certifications & Competencies

• Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA provider or instructor accepted.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required depending on unit.
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam within 1 year of start and updated annually (minimum passing score 76%).
• Unit-specific competency exams and medication/pharmacology competency required.
• State nursing license verification within 30 days of start.
• Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Chemotherapy certification preferred.

Background & Compliance Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check within 90 days of start, including FBI and BCI fingerprinting (Ohio-specific code 3701.881).
• Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG monitoring.
• Education accreditation verification from recognized nursing accrediting bodies (CCNE, ACEN, NLN CNEA, CASN).
• Pending background check attestation allowed if fingerprint results are pending.
• Drug screening: Negative 10-panel drug test within 3 months of start (no pending tests allowed).
• Physical exam within 1 year confirming good health and free of contagious disease.
• Immunizations and health documentation required:

  • Tdap (adult dose)
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 1 year
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccines or positive titers
  • Hepatitis B titer or vaccine series (declination acceptable)
  • Varicella vaccines or positive titer (medical exemptions reviewed)
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or declination during flu season (mask required if declined)
• COVID-19 vaccination not required but recommended.

Additional Requirements

• Two professional references required (at least one from a manager or formal leader).
• Employment application and skills checklist mandatory.
• Annual acknowledgment of dress code, hand hygiene, ethics, and compliance policies.
• Fraud, Waste, and Abuse training certificate required prior to start and updated annually.
• Orientation safety manual acknowledgment required annually.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized oncology setting with a focus on advanced nursing care, patient safety, and interdisciplinary collaboration.