Travel Oncology Chemo Certified RN
Listed on 2026-10-30
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Nursing
Oncology Nurse, RN Nurse, Travel Nurse
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Oncology for a travel nursing job in New Brunswick, New Jersey.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty:
Oncology - Discipline:
RN - Start Date:
11/23/2026 - 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 23, 2026 - Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
American Traveler is seeking a Chemo-Certified Oncology RN for an inpatient float pool position requiring an active NJ or Compact license and ONS Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy certification.
Details- Inpatient Oncology Float Pool position within an oncology unit at a dedicated cancer center
- Night shift, 3x12 hours (7:00 PM-7:30 AM)
- Patient ratio of 1:5, varying by unit census and acuity
- Treats all liquid and solid tumor oncology diagnoses including BMT, surgical oncology, and general MS/Tele patients
- Patient population includes bladder/kidney, brain, breast, colorectal, ENT, liver, lung, melanoma, ovarian/uterine, pancreatic, and prostate cancers, plus hematologic malignancies such as leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma
- Required to work every other weekend
- Must float within skillset to main campus Oncology, MS/Tele, Stepdown, and PCU/IMC units without exception
- EPIC charting experience required
- Navy blue scrubs required
- Active NJ or Compact RN license required
- Current BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and ONS Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy Provider Card certifications required
- OCN and additional ONS/ONCC certifications preferred
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
- Teaching hospital and community hospital experience required
- Trauma Level I experience preferred
- Prior experience in Inpatient Oncology, PCU/IMC, or MS/Tele settings required
- Proficiency in chemotherapy/biotherapy administration, including cytotoxic therapy, immunotherapy, and interferons/interleukins
- Skilled in IV therapy including port access, central/PICC line care, phlebotomy, and infusion pump management
- Experience managing oncologic emergencies such as ATLS, anaphylaxis, extravasation, hemorrhage, sepsis, and spinal cord compression
- Competent in symptom management including nausea/vomiting, neuropathy, dysphagia, and altered mental status
- Experience with pain management including IV push narcotics, PCA pumps, and transdermal patches
- Skilled in advance directives, hospice care, and patient/family education and support
- Additional skills in chest tube care, dysrhythmia interpretation, neutropenic precautions, and tracheostomy care
- Previous charge nurse experience preferred
- Work at a newly opened, state-of-the-art cancer center offering inpatient and outpatient oncology, advanced imaging, radiation oncology, and interventional radiology services
- Must work or provide on-call coverage for 1 of 2 or 2 of 3 winter holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's)
- Facility allows up to 1 call-off shift per 2-week period
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Local candidates accepted at the same rate as travelers
- Former RWJBarnabas Health employees (full-time or PRN) must have been separated from the system for at least 1 year before returning as a travel clinician
- Candidates with open or active background or license hits will not be accepted
- Clinicians who fail competency exams must wait 6 months before reapplying
American Traveler Job #P-780694. 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
- Chemo Certified
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.
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