# Job Opportunity – Progressive Care/Oncology Telemetry RN – Ohio
Start Date:
November 2, 2026
Location:
Columbus, Ohio
Compensation:
Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule:
12-hour rotating shifts (days/nights/combination based on departmental needs); shift assignments reviewed every 4-week scheduling period; weekend shifts variable based on unit needs
Highlights:
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36-bed Oncology Telemetry unit with over 24 beds dedicated to Progressive Care Unit (PCU) level of care
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Patient population includes solid tumor, orthopedic oncology, and thoracic oncology diagnoses
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Nurse-to-patient ratios: 1:3 for PCU patients, 1:4-5 for Med-Surg Telemetry patients
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Epic charting system with GE telemetry monitoring
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72-hour comprehensive orientation program
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Strong interdisciplinary support including physical therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, and rapid response teams
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Heavy emphasis on infection prevention protocols and patient safety initiatives
Requirements:
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Minimum 2 years of acute care nursing experience with at least 1 year of current PCU experience
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Active RN license (Compact or Ohio state license required at time of submission)
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Current certifications: BLS (BCLS), ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
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Graduation from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
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Previous travel nursing experience preferred
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Required to float to units of equivalent or lower acuity levels
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Two professional references required (at least one from manager/director or formal leadership)
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Must complete Ohio fingerprinting process immediately upon contract signing
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Flu vaccination required (medical exemptions only)
Essential Clinical Skills:
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Dysrhythmia interpretation and management
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Accessing and managing ports; blood product administration
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Central line, PICC line, and peripheral line care and management
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IV initiation and maintenance; heparin protocols
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Cardiac drip management and titration
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Chest tube management (Emerson/Pleur-evac)
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Respiratory support: High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC), CPAP/BiPAP, tracheostomy management
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Arterial blood gas interpretation
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Feeding tube care and management
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Use of rapid response teams
Preferred Skills:
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Oncology nursing experience (preferred but not required; ICU and PCU backgrounds also excel in this role)
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Chemotherapy administration and monitoring
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IV insulin protocols and insulin drip titration
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Wound care and wound VAC management
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Arterial line management
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Surgical drain management
Equipment & Technology:
GE telemetry monitoring system (B450 monitors), Alaris pumps, Stryker beds, bladder scanners, continuous bladder irrigation, PCA pumps, and standard progressive care equipment
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers the opportunity to provide high-acuity progressive care to an oncology patient population in a specialized telemetry environment. You'll work alongside a collaborative interdisciplinary team dedicated to excellence in patient safety and infection prevention while developing expertise in both oncology and critical care nursing. The unit's focus on complex medical-surgical and oncology patients provides diverse clinical experiences that enhance professional growth, supported by comprehensive orientation and robust clinical resources.
Additional Information:
Rotating shift assignments may include days, nights, or a combination based on staffing needs. Former employees are eligible after being away from the facility for 6 months or more. Current employees are ineligible for travel positions. Local candidates accepted at the same rate. One pre-approved time-off request permitted per contract. Strict compliance deadline of Tuesday prior to start date with no exceptions. Professional growth and development opportunities available along with a comprehensive benefits package.
Note: Parking options are available through the facility's parking services with various permit levels ranging from shuttle-accessible lots to direct garage access. Details provided upon acceptance.
