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

Registered Nurse – Medical Oncology (Night Shift) – Travel/Contract

Location: Columbus, Ohio
Contract Length: 16 weeks

Job Overview

• Night shift position (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each; 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
• Patient population: Adults and Geriatrics
• Unit cares for all solid tumor cancers including breast, lung, prostate, pancreatic, colon, and esophageal cancers, as well as patients receiving antineoplastic chemotherapy
• Focus on infection prevention protocols and patient fall prevention
• Staffing ratio goal: 1:4 (can be up to 1:5)
• Floating to other MedSurg Oncology units required
• No set/blocked scheduling; self-scheduling requests submitted for final schedule balancing
• Orientation:

  • Week 1: Monday–Friday dayshift orientation
  • Week 2: 36 hours on-unit orientation with a preceptor

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Ohio
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 2 years of Med Surg / Telemetry nursing experience, including experience within the last year
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Telemetry interpretation and monitoring skills
• EPIC system experience preferred
• ONS Chemotherapy certification preferred but not required
• Prior travel nursing experience preferred but not required

Patient Diagnoses & Care Focus

• Solid tumor cancers across the cancer journey: diagnosis, treatment, and end-of-life care
• Management of true medical-surgical issues alongside oncology care

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check within 90 days of start, including FBI and BCI fingerprinting (Ohio-specific codes apply)
• Education verification from accredited nursing programs (CCNE, ACEN, or NLN CNEA accreditation required)
• Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG monitoring
• Drug screening: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 3 months of start (includes amphetamines, benzodiazepines, cannabinoids, cocaine, opiates, etc.)
• Physical exam within 1 year of start confirming good health and freedom from contagious disease
• Immunizations and health documents required:

  • Tdap vaccine (adult dose after age 11/12)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) – 2 vaccines or positive titer
  • Varicella – 2 vaccines or positive titer (medical exemptions reviewed)
  • Hepatitis B titer or 3-vaccine series (declination acceptable)
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or declination during flu season (10/1–3/31)
• Annual background and compliance training including Fraud, Waste, and Abuse training
• Fingerprinting must be completed prior to start; results reviewed including any hits or dismissed charges

Competency and Testing Requirements

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam required prior to start
• Unit-specific competency exam required
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam required within 1 year of start and updated annually (minimum passing score 76%)

Additional Notes

• Candidates must provide 2 professional references, including at least one from a manager or formal leadership role
• Dress code and hand hygiene policies must be reviewed and signed
• Confidential Fraud Waste Abuse and Compliance Reporting Mechanism form required
• Floating to other oncology med-surg units expected
• No annual renewal of background check required by client, but agency requires annual background check for direct candidates

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized oncology unit with a focus on solid tumor cancers, providing comprehensive care from diagnosis through treatment and end-of-life support. The role requires strong telemetry skills, experience with EPIC charting, and a commitment to infection prevention and patient safety.