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

Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical Oncology (Travel/Contract)

Location: Columbus, Ohio
Contract Length: 16 weeks

Job Summary

• Work on a mixed acuity Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Medical-Surgical Telemetry unit caring for medical oncology patients.
• Unit has approximately 24 PCU beds and 24 Medical-Surgical Telemetry beds.
• Patient population includes a variety of solid tumors and some blood cancers with high acuity.
• Pediatric patients are very rare on this unit; pediatric experience is not required.
• Chemotherapy competence is not required but training is available through a 2-day chemotherapy course if interested.

Schedule

• Self-scheduling requests are accepted before final schedule posting.
• Orientation:

  • Week 1: Monday to Friday, day shift orientation.
  • Week 2: 36 hours of on-unit orientation with a preceptor.
• Shift: 12-hour day/night rotating shifts; assignments reviewed every 4 weeks but may change based on staffing needs.
• Weekend shifts vary.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Ohio
• Minimum 1 year of Medical-Surgical / Telemetry nursing experience within the last year
• Oncology experience
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association

Unit Equipment & Procedures

• B450 monitors with GE telemetry system.
• Bladder Scanner.
• Alaris infusion pumps.
• Continuous Bladder Irrigation.
• Patient Controlled Analgesia (PCA) pumps.
• Heavy focus on infection prevention protocols and patient fall prevention.

Patient Care Details

• High acuity oncology patients with diverse diagnoses.
• Pediatric patients are rarely cared for by agency staff.

Background & Compliance Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check within 90 days of start, including FBI and BCI fingerprinting.
• Education verification from accredited nursing programs required.
• Ohio BCI & FBI fingerprinting required with specific codes and timelines.
• Drug screening: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 3 months of start (no pending tests allowed).
• Various health documents required including:

  • Physical exam within 1 year of start.
  • Immunizations and titers for MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Varicella, Hepatitis B, Tdap, TB testing or questionnaire.
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or declination during flu season.
• Annual competency exams including medication/pharmacology and dysrhythmia/EKG competency required.
• Unit-specific competency exams required.
• References: 2 professional references required, including at least one from a manager or formal leader.

Benefits & Additional Information

• Competitive salary (details withheld).
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Flexible scheduling with self-schedule requests.
• Staffing ratios aim for 1:4-5 but may vary based on unit needs.

Notes

• Orientation and competency requirements are strict and must be completed timely.
• Candidates must comply with all background, health, and licensing requirements prior to start.
• This is a travel/contract position with a 16-week assignment length.

This summary is intended for healthcare recruiters and healthcare professionals considering this Registered Nurse Medical Surgical Oncology travel contract opportunity.