Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Contract in Bridgeport, CT

Join a collaborative inpatient oncology team as a Travel Registered Nurse (RN) in Bridgeport, Connecticut. This 13-week Connecticut travel nursing assignment supports adult and geriatric patients in a short-term acute care hospital with a dedicated oncology/hematology unit, strong interdisciplinary resources, and a patient-focused care environment. Bridgeport offers a vibrant coastal lifestyle with waterfront recreation, cultural attractions, and convenient access to New Haven and New York City.

Travel RN Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,020-$2,130
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: October 30, 2026
• Location: Bridgeport, Connecticut
• Healthcare Setting: On-site, short-term acute care hospital; Level II Trauma Center
• Unit: Inpatient oncology/hematology with general medical-surgical overflow
• Shift: 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; schedule listed as 4×12-hour days
• Weekly Hours: 36 hours per week
• Weekend Schedule: Every other weekend; holidays as needed
• Patient Population: Adults and geriatrics
• Typical Assignment: Approximately 1:5 patient ratio
• Electronic Medical Record: EPIC
• Dress Code: Royal blue scrubs
• Travel Assignment Eligibility: Candidates residing within 75 miles of the assignment location are not eligible

Oncology Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• At least 2 years of recent oncology nursing experience; a minimum of 1 year is required if specialty experience is not otherwise specified
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license eligible for practice in Connecticut; candidates should allow approximately 15-21 business days for Connecticut licensure when applicable
• Current BLS certification
• NIHSS certification
• Current chemotherapy certification through ONS/ONCC
• OCN certification preferred
• Recent EPIC charting experience
• Demonstrated competency in inpatient oncology care, chemotherapy administration, central-line and port management, and recognition of treatment-related complications
• Flu vaccination is required

Inpatient Oncology RN Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult and geriatric oncology and hematology patients
• Administer and monitor chemotherapy, immunotherapy, blood products, biologic therapies, IV medications, and supportive treatments according to established protocols
• Assess patients for adverse reactions, extravasation, anaphylaxis, tumor lysis syndrome, neutropenia, sepsis, hemorrhage, and other oncology-related complications
• Access and manage implanted ports, PICC lines, central lines, IVs, infusion pumps, and PCA pumps
• Monitor laboratory values and promptly communicate significant or abnormal findings to the interdisciplinary care team
• Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, symptom management, and safety precautions
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in EPIC
• Follow cytotoxic medication handling, spill management, isolation, PPE, and radiation-safety precautions
• Collaborate with pharmacy, IV services, respiratory therapy, radiology, physical therapy, social services, rapid response teams, and other support departments
• Float to other medical-surgical units when patient-care needs require
• Participate in weekend and holiday coverage as scheduled

Apply now to join this inpatient oncology travel nursing team in Bridgeport, Connecticut.

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.