# Job Opportunity – Medical Oncology Progressive Care Registered Nurse – Ohio**Start Date:** November 2, 2026 **Location:** Columbus, Ohio **Compensation:** Details provided to qualified applicants **Schedule:** 12-hour rotating shifts (days/nights or combination based on departmental needs); reviewed every 4-week scheduling period
Highlights:
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36-bed Oncology Telemetry unit with over 24 progressive care beds dedicated to high-acuity patients
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Patient diagnoses include solid tumor, orthopedic oncology, and thoracic oncology
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Oncology experience preferred but not required – RNs with ICU and PCU backgrounds excel in this role
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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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Strong interdisciplinary support including PT, respiratory services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, and social services
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72-hour comprehensive orientation program
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One pre-approved time off period available during contract
Requirements:
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Minimum 2 years acute care nursing experience with at least 1 year of current PCU experience (must be actively working within the last 12 months)
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Valid RN license (Compact or Ohio state license required at time of submission)
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Certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
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Graduation from ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
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Previous travel nursing experience preferred
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Willingness to float to units of equivalent or lower acuity
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Two professional references required (at least one from a manager/director or formal leadership role)
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Flu vaccination required (medical exemptions only)
Required Clinical Skills:
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Interpretation of cardiac dysrhythmias and arterial blood gases (ABGs)
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Accessing and managing ports, central lines, PICC lines, and peripheral lines
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Starting and maintaining IVs
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Blood product administration
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Managing cardiac drips (no titration) and titrating cardiac drips
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Heparin protocols and PCA pump management
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Feeding tube care and management
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Chest tube management (Emerson/Pleur-evac)
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Respiratory support: CPAP/BiPAP, High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC), nasal cannula
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Tracheostomy care and management
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Use of rapid response and code teams
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Isolation precautions and proper PPE utilization
Preferred Clinical Skills:
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Management of dysrhythmias
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IV insulin protocols and titration of insulin drips
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Chemotherapy administration and monitoring
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Arterial line management
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Wound care and wound VAC management
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Surgical drain management
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Non-invasive airway management
Unit Specialties:
This progressive care unit focuses heavily on infection prevention protocols and patient fall prevention. Equipment includes GE telemetry monitors, bladder scanners, Alaris pumps, Stryker beds, continuous bladder irrigation systems, and PCA pumps. While pediatric patients may occasionally be cared for on this unit, they are extremely rare and typically assigned to permanent staff – pediatric experience is not required.
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
Join a specialized oncology progressive care team where your high-acuity nursing skills make a meaningful difference in the lives of cancer patients and their families. This role offers the opportunity to work with advanced telemetry and progressive care protocols while being supported by a comprehensive interdisciplinary team. With structured orientation, competitive ratios, and the chance to expand your oncology expertise, this position provides excellent professional growth in a dynamic acute care environment.
Important Compliance Information:
This position requires strict compliance with credentialing deadlines (Tuesday prior to start date with no exceptions). Ohio fingerprinting must be completed immediately upon contract signing. Candidates outside Ohio but within driving distance must travel to an Ohio fingerprinting location as soon as possible after booking. Those at extreme distances will receive a mailed fingerprinting packet requiring urgent completion. Unresponsive or uncooperative candidates during credentialing are at risk of contract delay or cancellation.
Benefits:
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Competitive compensation package
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Professional growth and development opportunities
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Local candidates accepted at the same rate
Note: Former employees are eligible for travel assignments after being away from the facility for 6 months or more. Current employees are ineligible for travel positions. Parking options are available through facility parking services with monthly and annual permit choices.
