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Oncology | Registered Nurse

GHR HealthcareColumbus, OHTravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Columbus, OH
Job type
Travel
Profession
Registered Nurse (RN)
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Aug 26, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$55.28
Weekly
$1,990
Yearly (full-time)
$103,480
Start date
October 5, 2026

This job pays about $55.28/hour — 39% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Ohio ($39.67/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.

Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

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Job description

Travel Oncology Registered Nurse Job in Columbus, Ohio | 16-Week Night Shift Assignment

Join a fast-paced oncology surgical unit in Columbus, Ohio 43210, and make an impact as a Travel Oncology Registered Nurse. Located in a vibrant, welcoming area with a strong healthcare community, Columbus offers a great mix of city conveniences, local dining, parks, and cultural attractions for an enjoyable assignment experience. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced RN who thrives in a mixed-acuity acute care setting and enjoys delivering high-quality care to adult and geriatric patients.

Overview

This 16-week travel nursing assignment offers the opportunity to work on a busy oncology unit that cares for both medical-surgical and progressive care patients. You will collaborate with a supportive interdisciplinary healthcare team, help manage complex patient needs, and contribute to a culture focused on safety, infection prevention, and excellent patient outcomes.

Job Details

  • Specialty: Oncology Nursing
  • Role: Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Location: Columbus, OH 43210
  • Setting: Mixed-acuity oncology unit with med-surg and PCU level patients
  • Assignment Type: Travel Nursing Job
  • Contract Length: 16 weeks
  • Start Date: October 5, 2026
  • Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
  • Shifts Per Week: 3
  • Hours Per Week: 36
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,940-$2,040
  • Charting System: Epic
  • Patient Population: Adults and geriatrics
  • Float Expectation: May float within scope to other acute care oncology units

Job Requirements

  • Active Registered Nurse license in hand at time of submission
  • 2 years of current acute care nursing experience
  • At least 1 year of PCU experience
  • Recent and consistent acute care experience within the last 12 months
  • BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
  • Experience with Epic preferred/required
  • Education from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program
  • Strong experience in progressive care, telemetry, and oncology-related nursing care
  • Ability to work in a busy environment with variable weekend coverage

Responsibilities

  • Deliver safe, compassionate care to oncology patients with mixed med-surg and PCU acuity
  • Monitor and respond to changes in patient condition, including oncologic emergencies
  • Administer chemotherapy, blood transfusions, IV antibiotics, insulin drips, and heparin drips as ordered
  • Support infection prevention initiatives and patient fall reduction efforts
  • Provide chest tube care and manage complex clinical needs in a high-acuity acute care setting
  • Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, IV teams, and other interdisciplinary partners
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in Epic
  • Float within scope to other acute care oncology units as needed
  • Use strong critical thinking skills to prioritize care and support positive patient outcomes

Apply now to join this Columbus, Ohio travel nursing opportunity and advance your oncology RN career today.

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.

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