Travel Nurse RN - Oncology - $1,890 per week
GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Oncology for a travel nursing job in Jackson, Mississippi. Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Oncology
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 03/23/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) – 12-Hour Days | Travel Nurse – Jackson, MS (39216) Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Contract in Jackson, MS (39216). EPIC charting and hematology/oncology experience preferred. Apply now for this 13-week travel nurse opportunity. Join a dynamic and supportive team as an Oncology RN in Jackson, Mississippi (zip code 39216). This vibrant city is known for its rich history, cultural attractions, and welcoming community, making it a wonderful place to live and work. Ideal for oncology nurses, hematology RNs, and travel RNs seeking clinical growth in a large acute-care setting. Job Details
- Location: Jackson, MS 39216 (Jackson, Mississippi; Mississippi nursing jobs)
- Setting: Acute Care – Hematology/Oncology Unit (5 South)
- Shift: 12 Hour Days (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
- Hours per Week: 36 hours guaranteed
- Duration: 13-week travel contract (potential to extend)
- Start Date: March 23, 2026
- Openings: 3 Oncology RN / Travel RN positions
- Employment Type: Travel Contract (Oncology nursing job, travel RN opportunity)
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $1680–$1770 per week (based on 36 hours)
Job Requirements
- Active RN license (Mississippi or eligible to obtain; willing to wait for license if needed)
- BLS certification required (AHA preferred)
- Minimum 1 year RN experience in a Level 1 trauma center or very large hospital
- EPIC electronic health record experience required (EPIC charting)
- Experience with high-acuity patients, central lines, chest tubes, and hematology/oncology care preferred
- Chemo administration experience is a plus; manager will train if needed (chemo nurse training available)
- Comfortable floating within skillset to other med/surg units as a med/surg RN
- Flu vaccine required (medical exemption allowed with documentation)
- Fingerprinting required prior to start (remote or in-person options available)
Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality nursing care to hematology/oncology patients in a 32-bed unit (oncology RN responsibilities)
- Manage nurse-to-patient ratio typically 1:5 (may be adjusted for higher acuity)
- Administer medications, including chemotherapy when trained (chemo administration duties)
- Monitor and titrate drips as ordered (e.g., heparin)
- Collaborate with central monitor station and multidisciplinary team to ensure patient safety
- Document patient care accurately using EPIC electronic health record system
- Participate in unit orientation, ongoing professional development, and oncology education
- Work every other weekend or two weekends per month and rotate holidays with staff
- Float to other med/surg units as needed within your skillset
Why Join Our Team
- 13-week travel RN contract with potential extension — great opportunity for oncology travel nurses
- Guaranteed 36 hours per week and supportive clinical team
- Opportunity to expand oncology/hematology skills and receive chemo training if needed
Apply now to join our healthcare team as an Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) in Jackson, MS. Submit your resume and RN license info to be considered for this travel nurse opportunity. Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. GHR Healthcare Job ID #465468. 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: Oncology About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job