American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Oncology for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Oncology
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/05/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Oncology Acute unit with IV chemotherapy and immunotherapy administration skills and an active IL RN license.
Responsibilities
- Work in the Oncology Acute unit within an acute care hospital setting
- Unit has 19 private beds with nurse to patient ratios ranging from 1:5 on days and 1:6 on nights, with some variation based on census and specific therapies
- Patient population includes all types of cancer, with a focus on lymphoma, leukemia, hematology, radiation oncology, and GYN/ONC cases
- Responsibilities include administration of chemotherapy and immunotherapy regimens, including precautions and monitoring for side effects
- No requirement to titrate drips; set rate medications include heparin and some chemotherapy agents
- Epic Beacon EMR is used for documentation
- Twelve-hour night shifts (1900-0700), with scheduling flexibility per unit need
- Required to work every other weekend and every other holiday
- No on-call requirement
- Floating may be required within general medical care levels
- No specific scrub color required
- Work closely with a charge RN and house supervisor, both available 24/7
- Patient care techs provide support on the unit according to census-driven staffing
- Nurses are not required to read or interpret telemetry strips
- Bipap and CPAP are managed collaboratively with RT support
- Unit-specific orientation of 24-36 hours will be provided
- No COVID vaccination required for assignment
- Local rates apply to candidates living within 50 miles of the facility
Requirements
- Active IL RN license at time of consideration
- Minimum of 1 year recent RN experience, preferably in oncology or acute care
- Current certifications: BLS (AHA), ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate
- Experience administering IV chemotherapy and immunotherapy, including handling precautions and side effect monitoring
- Previous experience with Epic Beacon preferred
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-624561. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg - Oncology
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.
