Travel Registered Nurse – PCU (Oncology) JCH
About The Position
Position Overview: Heartline Staffing, in partnership with Purple Cow Recruiting, is seeking an experienced Travel Registered Nurse for a high-acuity PCU Oncology assignment at James Cancer Hospital and Research in Columbus, Ohio. This role supports a mixed-acuity oncology unit providing PCU-level and Med-Surg care to complex cancer patients. Schedule: • Day or Night shift options available • 3x12-hour shifts • Day: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM • Night: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM • Weekends vary based on unit needs • No set or blocked scheduling • Self-schedule requests accepted prior to final schedule posting Compensation: • Gross: $2,359 per week • W2: $24.50 per hour • Tax-Free Stipend: $1,477 per week • Locals accepted at the same rate Contract Details: • Start Date: February 23, 2026 • Duration: 16 weeks • Scheduling Type: Self-scheduling • Orientation: – Week 1: Monday–Friday dayshift orientation – Week 2: 36 hours of on-unit orientation with a preceptor Unit Overview: • 18 James – Oncology Telemetry / PCU • 36-bed unit with 24+ beds dedicated to PCU-level care • High-acuity PCU with a small amount of Med-Surg • Adult and geriatric population • Pediatric patients are extremely rare and typically cared for by permanent staff • Goal ratios: – PCU: 1:3 – Med-Surg Telemetry: 1:4–1:5 Clinical Focus: • Solid tumor oncology • Orthopedic oncology • Thoracic oncology • Blood transfusions and IV antibiotics • Chemotherapy and oncology-related emergencies • Cytokine release syndrome • Insulin and heparin drips • Heavy focus on infection prevention and fall prevention
Requirements
- High-acuity PCU experience REQUIRED
- Minimum of 2 years of RN experience required
- BLS, ACLS, and NIH certifications required
- Epic charting experience required
- Ability to float within units of equivalent or lower acuity
- Valid compact or Ohio RN license required at time of submission
- Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
Nice To Haves
- Oncology experience preferred but NOT required
- Previous travel experience preferred
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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