Oncology Travel Nurse Job in Elizabethtown, KY | Days (5x8)
Baptist Health - Hardin
Elizabethtown, KY
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Travel RN
Oncology Nurse in Elizabethtown, KY
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$2,302
Specialty
Oncology
Travel · RN
Shift
Days
5×8 hrs
Start Date
11/30
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This Oncology travel nurse job in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) contract at Baptist Health - Hardin. This role pays $2,302 per week and follows a Days shift with a 5x8 schedule. Read more
Job Details
- Facility: Baptist Health - Hardin
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Location: Elizabethtown, KY 42701 Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
- Contract Length: 13 Weeks
- Shift: Days (5x8)
Travel Oncology Requirements:
- 2+ years of recent Oncology experience.
- Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by Kentucky and national regulatory bodies.
Elizabethtown, KY
Baptist Health Hardin is an acute care hospital in Elizabethtown with medical, surgical, maternity and cancer services across its hospital campus.
- Its Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center provides emergency evaluation and treatment for suspected stroke. Read More
- Critical care includes a cardiac intensive care unit and a surgical intensive care unit that treats postoperative patients and patients with medical critical-care needs.
- A progressive care unit serves adult and geriatric patients stepping down from intensive care, including patients recovering from cardiac illness or stroke.
- Operative services include hip and knee replacement. The campus medical pavilion adds a hybrid operating room and cardiac catheterization labs to the hospital's procedural facilities.
- Maternity services are supported by the Kosair for Kids Level II NICU for newborns needing specialized care.
- The Hardin Cancer Center in the campus medical pavilion treats solid tumors, blood cancers and benign blood disorders, using chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy and radiation.
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FAQs – Oncology Travel Nurse Jobs Near Elizabethtown, KY
What certifications do travel Oncology RN jobs require?
Most travel Oncology RN jobs require Basic Life Support (BLS), and some facilities also require Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). If the role includes chemotherapy administration, a current ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate is commonly required. Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification is typically preferred rather than required, while specialized units such as bone marrow transplant may look for additional oncology credentials or recent specialty experience.
Do I need chemotherapy experience for every travel Oncology RN job?
Not necessarily. Many inpatient oncology and infusion assignments involve chemotherapy or immunotherapy administration, but some roles focus more on surgical oncology, symptom management, palliative care, or other areas where treatment administration may not be part of the job. When chemotherapy is included, facilities commonly look for recent hands-on experience in addition to the appropriate chemotherapy credential.
How much Oncology experience do I need for this travel job?
Oncology experience can vary significantly by setting. Inpatient units may focus on complex medical oncology, hematology, blood products, central lines, or higher-acuity care, while outpatient infusion centers generally have a different workflow and treatment focus. Bone marrow transplant and cellular therapy roles are even more specialized and often require recent experience with those specific populations.
What kind of nursing environment can travelers expect at Baptist Health Hardin?
Baptist Health Hardin is a regional acute-care hospital with medical, surgical, cardiac, cancer, maternity, and stroke services. Travelers may work with a broad central Kentucky patient population across both general and specialty units.
How is higher-acuity care organized at Baptist Health Hardin?
The hospital has cardiac and surgical ICUs plus a progressive-care unit for patients stepping down from intensive care. ICU and PCU travelers may care for postoperative, cardiac, and stroke patients as they move through different acuity levels.
What specialty programs stand out at Baptist Health Hardin?
The campus includes a hybrid operating room, cardiac catheterization labs, orthopedic surgery, cancer treatment, maternity services, and a Level II NICU. Travelers may find assignments spanning procedural, surgical, oncology, and maternal-newborn care.
Benefits
- Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
- Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
- Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
- Weekly Direct Deposit
- $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral
Resources for this Oncology job in Elizabethtown
- Review nursing license requirements before your next assignment.
- View Kentucky salary reports for travel nursing assignments.
- Explore the travel nursing housing center to plan your stay.
Explore Elizabethtown, KY
Elizabethtown, Kentucky, welcomes travel nurses and allied health professionals with open arms! Known for its warm hospitality and charm, this city offers a unique blend of southern culture and adventure. Explore the food scene, from finger-licking BBQ to comforting Southern classics. Discover famous attractions like the Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park or enjoy leisure activities such as hiking in the Green River Lake State Park. With a mild climate, nearby major cities like Louisville and Lexington, Elizabethtown truly offers an exciting and inviting career destination. Join Advantis Medical here for a fantastic start to your journey!
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Travel Oncology · Elizabethtown, KY · $2,302 /wk