Registered Nurse Oncology

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Oncology
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/11/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 9 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x9hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 11, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN-Chemo for an outpatient oncology clinic position requiring Chemo certification and prior chemo/infusion experience at a Level I Trauma Center academic medical center.

Details

• Outpatient multispecialty clinic setting within a Level I Trauma Center academic medical center
• Chemo unit caring for Breast Oncology, Breast Surgery, and Plastic Surgery patients
• Day shift schedule, 4x9 hour shifts from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM
• Duties include telephone triage, in-basket management, and assisting providers during clinic visits
• Handles new and return patient visits, pre-op/post-op teaching, and chemo teaching
• Uses Epic charting system

Requirements

• Active RN license (CT state or Compact) required
• BLS certification required
• Chemo certification (ONS/ONCC) required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required within specialty, with consideration for 1.5 years for candidates with Level I Trauma or travel experience
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Epic charting experience required
• Outpatient clinic experience and phone triage experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Trauma Center experience at a large facility required
• Skilled in IV therapy and infusions, including starting and maintaining IVs
• Experience accessing and managing ports preferred
• Skilled in symptom management, including nausea/vomiting and altered mental status
• Experience recognizing and managing oncologic emergencies, including anaphylaxis
• Experience with chemotherapy administration, including oral administration and body fluid handling post-chemotherapy
• Ability to recognize and communicate abnormal lab values
• Experience caring for breast cancer patients preferred
• Experience in infusion center, inpatient oncology, and outpatient oncology settings preferred
• Skilled in pain management, including medication tolerance/dependence assessment preferred
• Experience providing psychosocial care, including patient/family education and support preferred
• Knowledge of biotherapy and management of associated side effects preferred
• One professional reference required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care including chemotherapy administration, port access/management, and symptom management for oncology patients
• Assist providers during outpatient clinic visits and manage telephone triage and patient in-basket communications
• Deliver patient and family education and psychosocial support throughout treatment
• Facility is a large academic medical center and Level I Trauma Center
• Royal blue scrub color required
• Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
• COVID vaccine and booster required, with exemptions granted only for religious or medical reasons
• Local candidates are not accepted; candidates residing within 75 miles of the facility are not eligible
• Up to 7 days of RTO may be auto-approved
• Former staff members must have been separated from the facility for at least 2 years to be considered as a traveler
• First-time travelers are not considered for this position due to travel experience requirement

American Traveler Job ID #P- . Pay package is based on 9 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg - Oncology - Chemo Certified

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.