Healthforce by TLC·Penn Yan, New York
The Oncology RN will deliver hands-on care, including administering chemotherapy and immunotherapy, performing comprehensive patient assessments, and managing infusions via central or peripheral lines. Responsibilities also involve educating patients and families on treatment plans and coordinating care goals with physicians, pharmacists, and social workers.
Embark on a meaningful travel nursing journey as a Registered Nurse specializing in Oncology, where your clinical skill and compassion unite to advance cancer care.
This opportunity centers in Penn Yan, New York, with pathways to work across diverse oncology settings in the U.S.
You’ll play a vital role administering chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapies, while monitoring patient responses, managing toxicity, and coordinating care with physicians and pharmacists.
Each shift is a chance to mentor families, advocate for evidence-based plans, and deepen your expertise in a field that rewards precision and empathy.
Beyond the hospital, the beauty of New York enriches your days—Finger Lakes scenery, lakeside towns, and vibrant cultural scenes offer balance and renewal after demanding assignments.
Whether you prefer the quiet charm of upstate communities or access to larger regional centers, this role supports your professional growth while inviting you to savor a region renowned for outdoor recreation, gastronomy, and hospitality.
Penn Yan delivers a supportive, tight-knit community color with access to high-quality oncology services. You’ll join collaborative teams recognized for patient-focused care and continuous learning, with opportunities to rotate to additional facilities across New York to broaden your experience with hematologic cancers, solid tumors, and palliative strategies. The Finger Lakes region invites outdoor recreation, wineries, farmers markets, and arts events, providing a refreshing counterbalance to clinical demands. The travel program also offers the chance to work at other acclaimed cancer centers nationwide, exposing you to varied protocols, equipment, and patient populations that sharpen clinical judgment and adaptability. This is more than a job—it's a platform to expand your professional network and your understanding of oncology care across diverse settings.
As an Oncology RN on this travel assignment, you’ll deliver hands-on care to patients receiving chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and supportive regimens. Core responsibilities include comprehensive patient assessments, infusion administration via central or peripheral lines, labs and vitals monitoring, early toxicity recognition, and rapid response when issues arise. You’ll educate patients and families about treatment plans, potential side effects, symptom management, nutrition, and adherence, while coordinating with physicians, pharmacists, and social workers to align goals of care. Documentation, safety, infection control, and adherence to evidence-based protocols are daily priorities. The role offers meaningful professional growth within oncology, with access to continuing education, mentorship, and leadership opportunities on supported teams. Benefits include a competitive weekly pay range of 1,277 to 1,319 USD, a sign-on bonus where offered, housing assistance, and the possibility to extend assignments based on performance and facility needs. You’ll have 24/7 dedicated support from the travel program as you move between assignments, ensuring help is available whenever you need it. Start date is 03/30/2026, for a weeks-long engagement tailored to project needs.
Guaranteed hours are not guaranteed for this assignment; final terms will be confirmed during the hiring process.
Our organization is anchored in empowering nursing professionals to advance their careers while staying rooted in compassionate, patient-centered care. We invest in your development with ongoing education, access to cutting-edge oncology practices, and a collaborative culture that respects work-life balance. You’ll join a network that recognizes your expertise, supports your goals, and provides mentors and peers who celebrate your achievements as you broaden your scope of practice. The focus on safety, inclusion, and continuous learning creates a workplace where your contributions improve patient outcomes and where your well-being is prioritized as part of the mission.
Ready to make a lasting impact in oncology nursing while exploring the diverse landscapes of New York and beyond? Apply now to join a team that values your skill, supports your journey, and invites you to shape the future of cancer care across communities. If you’re motivated by compassionate care, clinical excellence, and the opportunity to grow within a supportive travel program, this is your moment to step forward and lead with empathy.
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Candidates must be Registered Nurses specializing in Oncology, capable of administering complex cancer treatments and monitoring patient responses closely. Key requirements include proficiency in patient assessment, toxicity recognition, adherence to safety protocols, and strong coordination skills with the multidisciplinary care team.
Market context
In New York, nursing roles like LPN positions are commonly driven by ongoing staffing needs in hospitals, long-term care, and behavioral health settings. Competition can be stronger for roles that prefer mental health, alcoholism, or chemical addiction experience, so a valid New York State LPN license and accredited nursing education matter. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then tailor your application to highlight any relevant behavioral health experience.