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Description
Step Down Registered Nurse – Columbus, OH | Surgical/Oncology ICU
Looking for a rewarding nursing opportunity with flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits? Join a leading facility in Columbus, Ohio, caring for surgical oncology and critical care patients in a fast-paced, supportive environment. Enjoy a consistent night shift schedule, excellent pay rate of $59.18/hour, and a dedicated team committed to your professional success.
Quick Facts
- Location: Columbus, OH
- Start Date: 10/05/2026
- End Date/Duration: 01/25/2027
- Shift: Night 3x12-Hour (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
- Hours/Week: 36 hours/week
- Employment Type: Per Diem/Contract
- Licenses/Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS required; ONS Chemo preferred
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of acute care nursing and at least 1 year in PCU
Pay & Benefits
- Hourly Pay Rate: $59.18/hour
- Benefits include:
- Competitive pay packages
- Weekly pay via direct deposit
- Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
- Robust referral bonus program
- Paid sick time (per state and federal laws)
- Travel, licensure, certification, and other reimbursements
What You’ll Do
- Provide direct patient care on a busy surgical oncology unit, managing acute and post-surgical oncology patients.
- Administer chemotherapy, IV antibiotics, blood transfusions, and manage oncologic emergencies.
- Monitor patient vitals, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and coordinate care plans.
- Ensure infection prevention protocols and patient safety measures are followed diligently.
- Document patient information accurately using EPIC or other electronic charting systems.
- Respond to patient needs promptly, including handling cytokine release syndrome, insulin, and heparin drips.
- Support patient education and discharge planning to optimize recovery and safety.
What You Need
Required:
- Valid RN license in Ohio
- BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications
- Minimum of 2 years of acute care nursing experience, with 1+ year in PCU
- Strong assessment and critical thinking skills
- Ability to float within scope of practice as needed
Preferred:
- Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) or Oncology Chemotherapy Certification (ONS Chemo)
- Experience with EPIC electronic health records
About the Assignment
This assignment is at a leading facility in Columbus, Ohio, that specializes in surgical and oncologic patient care. The unit is busy, with a goal of maintaining a 1:4 staffing ratio, and offers a mix of adult and geriatric patients with diagnoses such as breast, thyroid, melanoma, liver, pancreatic, colorectal, and reconstructive surgeries. The unit prioritizes patient safety, infection control, and teamwork, providing you a chance to enhance your critical care skills in a dynamic environment.
VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife #VHSVL
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