Hanker Systems Inc is seeking a local contract nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry Senior for a local contract nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 06/29/2026
- Duration: 16 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Local Contract
Registered Nurse: Medical Surgical / Telemetry
Contract Duration: 16-Week Assignment
Shift Options: Day (7:00 AM – 7:30 PM) or Night (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM) | 3x12s
Position Overview
Join a nationally recognized oncology program caring for adult and geriatric patients in a specialized 36-bed Medical Oncology / Telemetry unit. This role supports patients undergoing cancer treatment, symptom management, and complex medical care while emphasizing patient safety, infection prevention, and coordinated interdisciplinary support.
Oncology experience is preferred but not required—ideal candidates bring strong Med Surg/Telemetry fundamentals and a willingness to grow in oncology nursing practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver comprehensive nursing care for oncology and medical-surgical telemetry patients
- Monitor and respond to changes in patient condition using continuous cardiac telemetry
- Administer medications and manage symptom control related to cancer treatment
- Coordinate care with oncology, pharmacy, respiratory, and support teams
- Maintain accurate documentation in Epic EMR
- Support patients receiving chemotherapy and treatment-related monitoring
- Manage central and peripheral vascular access devices
- Promote infection prevention and patient fall reduction initiatives
Patient Population & Diagnoses
Primary patient populations include adults and geriatric patients with:
- Breast Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Esophageal Cancer
- Sickle Cell Crisis
- Patients receiving antineoplastic chemotherapy
Common care needs include:
- Continuous cardiac monitoring during chemotherapy
- Oncology symptom management
- Soft tissue malignancy treatment
- Management of disease progression and comorbidities
Required QualificationsCertifications
Experience
- Minimum 2 years RN experience
- Experience requirements must be met within the most recent 3 years
- Minimum 1 year of MS/Tele specialty experience required for clinical pass
- Epic experience required
- Previous travel experience preferred but not required
Clinical Skills
- Interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
- IV starts and maintenance
- Central line and PICC care
- Blood product administration
- Accessing and managing ports
- Arterial line management
- Chest tube support
- High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC)
- Interpretation of ABGs
Preferred:
- Chemotherapy administration
- Telemetry oncology experience
- PCA management
- Advanced respiratory support exposure
Unit Details
- Specialty: Medical Oncology / MS-Tele
- Unit Size: 36 beds
- Typical Ratio: 1:4
- Self-scheduling model
- Floating required to equivalent or lower acuity Med Surg Oncology units
- Weekend requirement varies based on staffing needs
Equipment & Systems
- Epic EMR
- GE B450 Telemetry Monitoring System
- Alaris Pumps
- Stryker Beds
- Bladder Scanner
About Hanker Systems Inc
Healthcare staffing at Hanker Systems Inc is focused on delivering the right
talent to support quality patient care. We partner with healthcare organizations
to provide skilled clinical, health IT, and administrative professionals when
and where they are needed most.
We follow strict compliance and credentialing standards, ensuring reliability,
accuracy, and trust in every placement. Our employees play a vital role in
strengthening healthcare teams, supporting clinicians, and helping
organizations operate smoothly.
At Hanker Systems, healthcare staffing is more than filling roles—it’s about
making a real difference in patient outcomes.
Benefits
- License and certification reimbursement
- Referral bonus