Travel RN – PCU/Oncology Float Pool - $2,096 per week

American Traveler, LLC.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance -

Day 1 Insurance

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a night shift Travel RN for a PCU/Oncology float pool in San Diego, CA. Requires CA RN license, ONS chemo cert, ACLS, NIHSS, and 2+ years PCU experience. Will float across PCU/Oncology, IMU, telemetry, and med/surg units with varying ratios.

Epic, Pyxis, and Cerner EMR experience preferred; travel bonuses and per diems apply. Local candidates welcome; 12-hour nights, 36 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Active CA RN license required at time of consideration.
• ONS chemotherapy certification required.
• ACLS and NIHSS certifications required.
• Minimum 2 years of recent PCU experience required.
• Experience with IV starts, telemetry, phlebotomy, and A-lines required.
• Cerner EMR experience required.

Responsibilities

• Float pool coverage for PCU/Oncology units at multiple locations.
• Care for medical, surgical, neuro, oncology, cardiac, and orthopedic patients.
• Work in PCU, IMU, telemetry, and med/surg units with varying patient ratios.
• Night shifts of 12 hours; shifts announced two hours before start.

Skills

CA RN license

ONS chemo cert

ACLS

NIHSS

PCU experience

IV starts

Telemetry

Phlebotomy

A-lines

Cerner EMR

Tools

Epic EMR

Pyxis

Cerner EMR

Job description

Travel RN – PCU/Oncology Float Pool - $2,096 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Oncology for a travel nursing job in San Diego, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Oncology
• Start Date: 01/12/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring a night shift RN for a PCU/Oncology float pool position requiring a CA RN license and current chemo (ONS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Hospital float pool position covering PCU/Oncology units at multiple locations
• Patient population includes medical, surgical, neuro, oncology, cardiac, and orthopedic cases
• Care provided in PCU, IMU, telemetry, and med/surg units with varying patient ratios (IMU 1:3, Tele 1:4, MS 1:5)
• May float to emergency department inpatient overflow if needed
• Night shifts (3x12 hours), 19:00–07:00
• Work location for each shift provided by phone call two hours before shift start
• Uses Epic and Pyxis for documentation; Cerner experience required
• No blocked or self-scheduling
• Position accepts first-time travelers
• Must be comfortable floating among four different hospital locations
• May be required to float down to med/surg units as needed
• No RTO (requested time off) allowed in the first two weeks of assignment
• Local candidates accepted at same rate
• Candidates returning as travelers must have been gone for at least one year
• A 4-week schedule will be provided two weeks in advance
• Previous UCSD employees require approval prior to assignment

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required at time of consideration
• ONS chemotherapy certification required
• Current ACLS and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of recent PCU experience required
• Experience with IV starts, telemetry, phlebotomy, and A-lines required
• Cerner EMR experience required
• Must pass EKG exam (up to 3 attempts allowed)
• At least one supervisory reference from the last year in the specialty area required
• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-644748. 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.