Travel Medical Surgical Telemetry Oncology RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Freehold, New Jersey.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/03/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 3, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Medical Surgical Oncology unit requiring 2 years of experience, Epic proficiency, and an active NJ or Compact license.

• Inpatient Medical Surgical Oncology unit caring for chemo patients, patients with past/present cancer diagnoses, and inpatient hospice patients requiring general inpatient care
• Unit does not accept patients with infections that may compromise the oncology population, COVID-19, airborne isolation, or peritoneal dialysis patients
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Day shift schedule, 3x12 hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
• Every other weekend (Sat/Sun) required
• Assigned to a home unit but will float to other MS/Tele units as needed
• Epic charting experience required

• Active NJ or Compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
• ONS Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy Provider Card highly preferred and may be obtained before assignment start
• OCN certification preferred
• Proficiency in IV therapy/infusions including port access, blood/blood product administration, central line and PICC line care, and infusion pump management
• Skilled in management of oncologic emergencies including ATLS, anaphylaxis, extravasation injury, hemorrhage, sepsis, and spinal cord compression
• Experience with psychosocial care including advance directives, hospice care, and patient/family education
• Symptom management skills for issues such as altered mental status, dysphagia, edema, nausea/vomiting, and neuropathy
• Medication administration knowledge including antibiotics, antiemetics, antitumor agents, corticosteroids, and IV-push narcotics
• Additional skills required: care coordination, chest tube management, colostomy/ileostomy care, Foley catheter insertion, dysrhythmia interpretation, isolation precautions/PPE, and telephone triage
• Chemotherapy administration and monitoring experience preferred, including continuous infusion, IV push, and oral chemo

• Provide direct nursing care to oncology patients including those undergoing chemotherapy and those receiving inpatient hospice care
• Collaborate with pediatric teams and support patients/families through advance care planning and end-of-life decisions
• Follow neutropenic precautions and proper handling/disposal of cytotoxic materials and post-chemo body fluids
• Recognize and communicate abnormal lab values as part of patient monitoring
• Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted; medical or religious exemptions accepted with mask requirement
• Scrubs of any color permitted
• Holiday coverage required on a rotating every-other-holiday basis
• Locals accepted at the same rate
• First-time travelers welcome to apply
• RTO and scheduling requests must be submitted at time of application and are subject to unit needs
• Limited winter RTO available between December 15 and January 5, with up to two consecutive PTO days considered

American Traveler Job  #P-762685. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Med/Surg
- Oncology

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.