Travel Oncology RN - $2,487 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Oncology
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/02/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Oncology RN for a 13-week day shift assignment requiring 1+ years of experience, Epic proficiency, and ONS/ONCC certification.

Details

• Work in the Oncology unit of a hospital setting
• Patient ratio of 1:7
• Day shift schedule, 5x8 hour shifts from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• No weekend requirement
• No call requirement
• No floating requirement
• Epic charting system used

Requirements

• Active LA RN license or Compact license required at time of consideration
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, and ONS/ONCC
• OCN certification preferred
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• Epic charting experience required
• Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Skilled in IV therapy/infusions, port access and management, central line and PICC line care, and administration of blood/blood products
• Experience with chemotherapy administration, monitoring, and management of side effects
• Experience with biotherapy administration, including interferons and interleukins
• Experience recognizing and communicating abnormal lab values
• Experience caring for patients with various cancer diagnoses including breast, lung, colorectal, leukemia, lymphoma, and other oncology conditions
• Experience with pain management including IV push narcotics and PCA pump management
• Phlebotomy skills preferred
• At least two recent manager references required

Additional Information

• Provide comprehensive oncology nursing care including chemotherapy administration, infusion therapy, and symptom management
• Deliver patient and family education and psychosocial support
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Maximum RTO of 5 days allowed during the assignment
• Must reside within 75 miles to qualify for local rate; candidates outside this radius are eligible for travel rate
• Prior travel nursing experience required; first-time travelers will not be considered
• Former permanent staff must have separated from the health system for at least 1 year before being eligible for travel assignments

American Traveler Job ID #P-740430. 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 RN - Med/Surg - Oncology

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.