Oncology | Registered Nurse

Travel Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical-Surgical Oncology Contract in Jackson, TN

Apply for a travel oncology nursing job in Jackson, Tennessee, caring for adult and geriatric patients on a medical-surgical oncology and telemetry unit. This on-site travel contract offers the opportunity to care for complex oncology and hematology patients while working alongside a strong interdisciplinary team in a welcoming West Tennessee community known for its friendly atmosphere, rich musical heritage, and convenient access to outdoor recreation.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,800–$1,890
• Nursing Specialty: Medical-Surgical Oncology, Hematology, and Telemetry
• Patient Population: Adults and geriatrics with oncology, hematology, and medical-surgical telemetry diagnoses
• Nursing Shift: 12-hour nights, 6:45 p.m. – 7:15 a.m.
• Shifts per Week: 3
• Hours per Week: 36
• Travel Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Start Date: October 19, 2026
• Healthcare Location: Jackson, Tennessee
• Patient Ratio: Approximately 4–5 patients per nurse
• Orientation: 36 hours

Oncology Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license; compact or Tennessee RN license required
• Minimum of 2 years of recent Registered Nurse experience, preferably including travel nursing experience
• Recent oncology nursing, medical-surgical, and telemetry experience
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications
• Epic electronic health record (EHR) experience within the past 18 months, clearly documented in the candidate profile
• Ability to pass the required Epic competency examination
• Ability and willingness to float to other medical-surgical and telemetry units
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred

Travel Oncology RN Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult and geriatric oncology and hematology patients
• Assess patient conditions, develop and implement individualized plans of care, and evaluate outcomes
• Administer and monitor chemotherapy and other complex therapies according to established protocols
• Manage central lines, ports, PICC lines, peripheral IVs, blood products, feeding tubes, chest tubes, surgical drains, and wound care
• Monitor telemetry, interpret dysrhythmias, and respond appropriately to changes in patient status
• Provide oxygen therapy, non-invasive airway support, and other interventions for patients with complex medical needs
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary partners, including pharmacy, respiratory therapy, radiology, rehabilitation, social services, and rapid response teams
• Accurately document nursing assessments, interventions, and outcomes in Epic
• Promote patient safety, infection prevention, patient education, and compassionate support throughout the care experience

Apply now for this travel Registered Nurse opportunity in Jackson, Tennessee, and join a collaborative oncology healthcare team.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.