Travel Oncology RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Oncology for a travel nursing job in New Brunswick, New Jersey.

• Specialty:
  Oncology
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Oncology RN for a night shift position requiring Chemo certification and NJ or Compact RN licensure.

• Inpatient Oncology unit within an IMC level of care setting
• Patient population includes general Med/Surg, BMT, clinical trials, surgical oncology, and liquid/solid tumor oncology diagnoses
• Patient ratios of 1:4-5+
• Night shift, 3x12 hours (19:00-7:30)
• Every other weekend (Sat/Sun) required
• Floating required within scope of practice, primarily to Oncology units but may include MS/Tele, Stepdown, and IMC floors across campuses connected by pedestrian bridge
• Uses EPIC charting system

• Active NJ or Compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, Chemo (ONS/ONCC), and NIHSS
• OCN and additional ONS/ONCC certifications preferred
• Telemetry skills required
• Teaching hospital and community hospital experience required
• Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Previous charge experience preferred
• EPIC charting experience required
• Skilled in IV therapy, port access/management, central line care, and chemotherapy administration
• Experience recognizing and managing oncologic emergencies and chemotherapy side effects
• Experience with BMT care including stem cell therapies, graft-versus-host disease, and graft rejection preferred

• Provide direct care for patients with various cancer diagnoses including breast, lung, colorectal, leukemia, lymphoma, and other solid/liquid tumors
• Administer chemotherapy, biotherapy, and manage associated side effects and emergencies
• Provide psychosocial support including hospice care, advanced directives, and patient/family education
• Perform wound care, central line care, and post-surgical oncology nursing
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Winter holiday coverage required: must work or provide on-call coverage for 1 of 2 or 2 of 3 winter holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's)
• Former employees of the health system must be separated for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate as travelers
• First-time travelers not specified as excluded

American Traveler Job  #P-780695. 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.