Travel Oncology RN - $2,537 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Oncology
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/23/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 23, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Chemo-Certified Oncology RN for a night-shift float pool role requiring 2+ years of inpatient oncology experience and ONS Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy certification.

Details

• Inpatient Oncology Float Pool position at a dedicated cancer center
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours from 19:00-7:30
• Patient population includes all liquid/solid tumor oncology diagnoses, BMT, clinical trials, and surgical oncology
• Cares for patients with bladder/kidney, brain, breast, colorectal, ENT, liver, lung, melanoma, ovarian/uterine, pancreatic, and prostate cancers as well as hematologic malignancies including leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma
• Patient ratio of 1:5, varying based on unit, census, acuity, and staffing
• Every other weekend required
• Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Floating required within skillset to main campus (connected by pedestrian bridge), primarily to Oncology units but also to MS/Tele, Stepdown, and PCU/IMC
• EPIC charting experience required

Requirements

• Active NJ or Compact RN license required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, and ONS Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy Provider Card
• OCN and ONS/ONCC certifications preferred
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Prior patient ratio experience of 1:4 required
• Teaching hospital and community hospital experience required
• Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• EPIC charting system experience required
• Skilled in chemotherapy/biotherapy administration including cytotoxic therapy, immunotherapy, and continuous infusions
• Experience with IV therapy including port access, central/PICC line care, and phlebotomy
• Experience managing oncologic emergencies such as ATLS, anaphylaxis, extravasation, hemorrhage, sepsis, and spinal cord compression
• Experience with pain management including IV push narcotics, PCA pumps, and transdermal patches
• Skilled in symptom management for nausea, neuropathy, dysphagia, edema, and altered mental status
• Additional skills required: chest tube care, dysrhythmia interpretation, neutropenic precautions, and tracheostomy care
• Former RWJBH employees must be separated from the health system for at least 1 year before returning as a travel clinician

Additional Information

• Provide direct care to oncology patients including chemotherapy administration, symptom management, and psychosocial support including advance directives and hospice care
• Required to work or provide on-call coverage for 1 of 2 or 2 of 3 winter holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's)
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Located within a newly opened 12-story cancer center providing inpatient and outpatient cancer services, advanced imaging, radiation oncology, and interventional radiology
• Operated in partnership with an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate

American Traveler Job ID #P- . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.