Oncology Registered Nurse Jobs in Colorado
Oncology Registered Nurse jobs in Colorado are among the most actively recruited clinical positions in the state, concentrated in comprehensive cancer centers, academic medical systems, and community hospital oncology units. The heaviest hiring is in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Aurora, where large employers such as UCHealth, SCL Health (now Intermountain Health), and the University of Colorado Health System maintain dedicated oncology departments. The most in-demand specialties are infusion nursing, bone marrow transplant, and oncology care management. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 23, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 5
Description
American Traveler is hiring a RN - Med/Surg Oncology for a night shift assignment requiring a CO or compact RN license and oncology certification.
Details
- Med/Surg Oncology unit in a hospital setting
- Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts, 1900-0730
- 36 hours per week
- 8 weekend shifts per 8-week schedule
- On-call is optional
- May be required to float to other departments within scope of competency and qualifications
- Uses EPIC for charting
Requirements
- Active RN license (Single State or Compact) required in CO
- BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA), and NIHSS certifications required, not expiring before start date
- ONS or OCN certification required
- Minimum 1 year of oncology nursing experience required
- ASN required, BSN preferred
- EPIC charting experience preferred
Additional Information
- Performs independent nursing functions and delegated medical functions per state Board of Nursing standards
- Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care
- Provides health teaching, counseling, and supportive/restorative therapy
- Documents care in accordance with hospital and regulatory guidelines
- Refers patients for further evaluation or treatment as needed
- Returning employees must be separated from any Intermountain facility for at least one year before being eligible for a travel assignment
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 23, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 5
Description
American Traveler is hiring a RN - Med/Surg Oncology for a night shift assignment requiring a CO or compact RN license and oncology certification.
Details
- Med/Surg Oncology unit in a hospital setting
- Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts, 1900-0730
- 36 hours per week
- 8 weekend shifts per 8-week schedule
- On-call is optional
- May be required to float to other departments within scope of competency and qualifications
- Uses EPIC for charting
Requirements
- Active RN license (Single State or Compact) required in CO
- BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA), and NIHSS certifications required, not expiring before start date
- ONS or OCN certification required
- Minimum 1 year of oncology nursing experience required
- ASN required, BSN preferred
- EPIC charting experience preferred
Additional Information
- Performs independent nursing functions and delegated medical functions per state Board of Nursing standards
- Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care
- Provides health teaching, counseling, and supportive/restorative therapy
- Documents care in accordance with hospital and regulatory guidelines
- Refers patients for further evaluation or treatment as needed
- Returning employees must be separated from any Intermountain facility for at least one year before being eligible for a travel assignment
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Oncology Registered Nurse Job Market in Colorado
A snapshot from current Colorado openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- UCHealth11
- AdventHealth Parker9
- American Traveler4
- HCA HealthONE Presbyterian St. Luke's3
- CommonSpirit Health2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in oncology registered nurse jobs across Colorado.
- Active RN license issued or recognized by the Colorado State Board of Nursing
- Current BLS and ACLS certification required for most oncology unit positions
- Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) credential strongly preferred or required by leading systems
- Minimum two years of medical-surgical or oncology clinical nursing experience
- Experience administering chemotherapy and managing related adverse effects in a clinical setting
- Strong understanding of oncology care protocols, pain management, and patient and family education
Oncology Registered Nurse Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a oncology registered nurse in Colorado?
You must hold an active Colorado RN license issued by the Colorado State Board of Nursing, which requires passing the NCLEX-RN after completing an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. From there, most Colorado oncology employers expect candidates to gain general medical-surgical or infusion experience before moving into a dedicated oncology role. Earning the Oncology Certified Nurse credential through the Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation strengthens your candidacy significantly at Colorado's major cancer centers.
How much do oncology registered nurses make in Colorado?
Oncology registered nurses in Colorado earn a median of about $100,260 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $79,500 for the lowest 10% to over $124,940 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire oncology registered nurses in Colorado?
Colorado oncology registered nurse roles are posted by UCHealth, AdventHealth Parker, and American Traveler and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Colorado's large integrated health systems anchor most of the ongoing demand, particularly at facilities with National Cancer Institute-designated programs or high-volume infusion centers.
Which Colorado cities have the most oncology registered nurse jobs?
Parker, Aurora, and Denver are the Colorado cities with the most oncology registered nurse openings. Denver leads because of its concentration of academic medical centers and comprehensive cancer programs, while Colorado Springs and Aurora generate consistent volume through large regional hospital systems serving substantial suburban and Front Range populations.
Are there remote oncology registered nurse jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. Oncology nursing is primarily a hands-on clinical role, so most positions require in-person patient care. About 13% of oncology registered nurse openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those postings typically involve telephonic triage, care coordination, or oncology case management functions rather than direct bedside care.
How can I get hired as a oncology registered nurse in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a new graduate RN residency program at a large Colorado health system such as UCHealth or Intermountain Health, both of which run structured residencies that rotate through oncology units and consider candidates with no post-graduation experience. Lateral experience in medical-surgical, infusion therapy, or palliative care nursing opens additional doors. Holding a current Colorado RN license, keeping chemotherapy administration certification current, and applying directly to oncology float pool or infusion center roles strengthens your application even without dedicated oncology tenure.
Where can I find and apply to oncology registered nurse jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to oncology registered nurse jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, find the positions that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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