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American Traveler

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

American Traveler, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:

Oncology

Discipline:

RN

Start Date:

01/05/2026

Duration:

13 weeks

36 hours per week

Shift:

12 hours, nights

Employment Type:

Travel

Job Description American Traveler is seeking a Registered Nurse for a PCU/Oncology float pool position in California requiring an active CA RN license and chemo certification.

Responsibilities

Work in the PCU/Oncology float pool covering hospital units across multiple locations

Float to four locations, including potential to cover Emergency Department Inpatient Overflow (EDIP)

Care provided to general medicine, surgical, neuro, oncology, cardiac, and orthopedic patients

Patient ratios: IMU 1:3, Tele 1:4, Med/Surg 1:5

Night shift position with 3x12 hour shifts (19:00–07:00)

Weekly schedule provided two weeks in advance; no blocked or self-scheduling

Assignment length is 13 weeks

Uses Epic and Pyxis for documentation; Cerner charting experience required

Floating required to all PCU units and down to Med/Surg based on census

May float to various units and locations as needed based on staffing demands

First-time travelers are accepted for this assignment

No time off allowed within the first two weeks of the assignment

Return travelers must have been gone for at least one year to be eligible

Local candidates are accepted at the same rate

No self-scheduling or blocked scheduling permitted

Candidates will receive notification about their assigned facility two hours before their shift

Holiday and weekend coverage may be part of the required schedule

Requirements

Active CA RN license required at time of consideration

Current certifications in BLS, ACLS, NIH Stroke Scale, and chemo certification required

Minimum 2 years of PCU experience and experience with IV starts, telemetry, phlebotomy, and A-line procedures

Cerner charting experience required

Must pass EKG exam (up to 3 attempts)

At least one year of recent acute care experience with one year's specialty experience in the past two years

Must have at least one supervisory or director reference from the past year in the relevant specialty

Temporary license status must be clearly indicated if applicable

Benefits

High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Generous Housing Allowance

Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy

Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-644761. 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.

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