Registered Nurse IMC/PCU/Stepdown

Job Title

Registered Nurse – IMC/PCU/Stepdown (Medical Oncology)

Location

Columbus, OH

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days/Nights Rotating | 3x12-Hour Shifts | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-acuity progressive care unit (PCU) nursing care to medical oncology patients, including those with solid tumor, orthopedic oncology, and thoracic oncology diagnoses
• Monitor and interpret telemetry/dysrhythmias using GE telemetry monitoring systems
• Manage central lines, PICC lines, peripheral IVs, PCA pumps, and continuous bladder irrigation
• Administer blood products, manage cardiac drips, and utilize heparin protocols
• Operate and monitor respiratory support equipment including CPAP/BiPAP, high-flow nasal cannula, and perform tracheostomy management
• Adhere to strict infection prevention protocols and patient fall prevention measures; float to units of equivalent or lower acuity as needed

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license (compact or state license required at time of submission)
• Minimum high-acuity PCU patient experience required
• Current BLS (BCLS), ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale certifications
• Proficiency in telemetry interpretation, central/PICC line management, IV insertion, feeding tube care, port access, and chest tube management
• Ability to manage cardiac drips and titrate as required
• Nursing degree from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program

Preferred Experience / Skills

• 2 years of oncology nursing experience preferred, though not required
• Previous travel nursing experience preferred
• Experience with chemotherapy administration and monitoring, arterial line management, wound care/wound vac, IV insulin protocols, and phlebotomy
• Experience with non-invasive airway management and surgical drain care

Why Join Us

• Flexible self-scheduling with structured orientation including dedicated on-unit preceptorship
• Opportunity to work in a specialized oncology telemetry environment with a high level of clinical complexity and professional development