Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $67 per hour in Irvine, CA

Registered Nurse (RN) | Medical-Surgical Location: Irvine, CA Agency: United Health Care Staffing, Inc. Pay: $67 per hour Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 5/11/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with United Health Care Staffing, Inc. to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Irvine, California, 92650!Registered Nurse - Med/Surg  Location: Irvine, CA Contract Type: Travel Contract Shift Type: Night, 3x12-hour nights per week, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM (NOC); weekends and float required Hours per Week: 36 Candidate Pay Rate: $67 per hour About United Health Care Staffing At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal. Roles & Responsibilities Provide expert, compassionate nursing care to inpatient oncology patients, including post-surgical care and complex chemo management Administer chemotherapy safely via continuous infusion and IV push, monitor for reactions and manage extravasation or cytotoxic spills Use Epic for accurate, timely documentation and Pyxis for medication management Recognize and communicate abnormal lab results and escalate care for oncologic emergencies Educate and support patients and families about treatments, side effect management and advance care planning Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care, manage symptoms and optimize patient outcomes Maintain isolation precautions and neutropenic precautions to protect vulnerable patients Participate in weekend coverage and float assignments as needed to ensure continuous high-quality care Qualifications Active Registered Nurse license in California Minimum 3+ years of inpatient oncology nursing experience required Current ACLS and BLS certifications required; CHEMO certification required (ONS/ONCC preferred) Experience with Epic charting and Pyxis medication systems Comfortable with 3x12 night schedules, weekends and floating to other areas Ability to manage a patient ratio of approximately 1:3 and prioritize in a fast-paced environment COVID-19 vaccine plus booster required unless you have a medical or religious exemption Knowledge & Skills Chemotherapy administration and monitoring, including continuous infusions and oral agents Body fluid handling after chemotherapy and safe cytotoxic spill management IV therapy, central line and port care, PICC line management Recognition and management of oncologic emergencies such as tumor lysis syndrome, sepsis and spinal cord compression Medication knowledge: antiemetics, antibiotics, antitumor agents, corticosteroids, hormonal therapy and Neupogen Strong SBAR communication and telephone triage skills Symptom management, wound care, tracheostomy and chest tube management Comfort with isolation precautions, neutropenic safety and phlebotomy Benefits A supportive team that values YOU and celebrates wins big and small Medical, dental and vision coverage to help keep you and your family healthy Paid Time Off to recharge and be your best outside of work Licensure assistance and reimbursement so credentialing headaches are fewer 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for tomorrow Life insurance and peace of mind for you and your loved ones Referral bonus program because great teammates know other great people Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing professional development Travel Perks: Explore Irvine, CA Explore sunny Orange County during your off days, with quick trips to Newport Beach and Laguna Beach for sunsets and tidepools, bike-friendly parks and trails like Irvine Regional Park and the Orange County Great Park, and easy access to Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm for a fun weekend. Enjoy a lively dining and shopping scene at the Irvine Spectrum and nearby neighborhoods, plus scenic coastal drives for hiking and beach escapes. Apply Now Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - Med/Surg Oncology? Let's get you moving forward! Send your resume call us at  today. Hashtags #RegisteredNurse #OncologyNurse #IrvineCAJobs #MedSurgOncology #NightShiftRN #UHCCareers #EpicNurse #Pyxis #NursingJobs #HealthcareJobs About United Health Care Staffing, Inc."Better Pay" and "Zero Headaches" and Ready to love your scrubs again? At United Health Care Staffing, we don’t just fill shifts; we fulfill bucket lists. Since 2004, we’ve been the ultimate career wingman for nurses, therapists, and allied health pros who crave better pay, real flexibility, and zero administrative headaches. We believe you are a human, not just a headcount. Whether you are chasing travel adventures across the U.S. or seeking the perfect local placement, we handle the gritty logistics so you can focus on saving lives (and actually enjoying your days off). Join the team where "Heart meets Tech"—and get the VIP career treatment you deserve. 29762533EXPPLAT