Travel Radiation Oncology Registered Nurse - $2,406 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Oncology for a travel nursing job in St. Louis, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Oncology
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/22/2026
• Duration: 16 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 22, 2026
• Length: 16 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Radiation Oncology RN with a minimum of 2 years of experience, Epic proficiency, and oncology/pediatric oncology background for a 16-week travel assignment at a Level I Trauma teaching hospital.

Details

• Radiation Oncology unit within a large, short-term acute care hospital (1,273 staffed beds)
• Level I Trauma and Magnet-designated teaching facility
• Adult and pediatric oncology patient population, including peds anesthesia recovery cases
• Patient ratio of 1:5
• Monday–Friday schedule, days only (7:00–15:30), 5x8-hour shifts
• No weekend, holiday, or on-call requirements
• Floating within scope of practice as needed to meet facility needs
• Charting performed in Epic (experience required)

Requirements

• Active Missouri RN license required at time of consideration; pending Illinois license accepted for IL-based candidates (please note at time of consideration)
• Current BLS and PALS certifications required
• Minimum of 2 years of RN experience required
• Oncology and pediatric oncology experience required
• Experience with port access on pediatric patients strongly preferred
• Epic EMR experience required
• First-time travelers are not eligible for this position
• Candidates must reside at least 75 miles from the facility to be eligible

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include managing radiation cases alongside the clinical team, directing patient flow in the clinic area, and performing Stage 2 recovery for pediatric anesthesia cases
• Port access on pediatric patients is a strongly preferred skill for this role
• Educates patients and families on illness management, post-treatment home care, and medication administration
• Assesses and addresses physical, psychosocial, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and population-specific patient needs
• Participates in patient safety, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance activities
• Navy scrubs required
• Parking is available at the facility for a fee (not reimbursed)
• RTO is limited to 1 request per contract; no RTO permitted during the first week of orientation
• Travelers may remain at BJC facilities for up to 18 months, after which a 3-month break is required before returning
• Former permanent employees of BJC must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler

American Traveler Job ID #P-710241. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Radiation Therapist

About American Traveler

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.