Job Title: RN - Pediatric Oncology/Hematology
Profession: RN
Specialty: Pediatric Oncology/Hematology
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Night Shift
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: Minimum 1 year in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology or Pediatric Acute Care
License: BLS, PALS preferred, APHON required for chemotherapy certification
Certifications: Required certifications as noted
Must-Have: Strong pediatric assessment and critical thinking skills; Experience in central line management and chemotherapy administration
Description:
We are seeking an RN for Pediatric Oncology/Hematology.
The facility has 885 licensed beds and is a Level 1 Trauma Designation teaching hospital.
The unit has 16 beds for Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and 16 beds for Pediatric Adolescent Medicine.
The average daily patient volume ranges from 14 to 32 patients.
Patient diagnoses include leukemia, solid tumors, sickle cell crisis, diabetes, cystic fibrosis, and general adolescent medicine.
Patient-to-nurse ratios for Pediatric Hematology/Oncology are 1:3-4 and for Pediatric Adolescent Medicine are 1:4-5.
Certified Nursing Assistants will assist with vital signs, activities of daily living, and safety rounding.
Support is provided by a charge nurse, phlebotomy team, and a resource nurse.
24/7 hospitalists and intensivists are available for additional support.
The electronic medical record system used is Epic, and specific unit equipment includes IV Pumps and medication dispensing systems.
The culture in the unit emphasizes teamwork, support, professional growth, education, and safety.
Scrub color is royal blue, with the option for pediatric-appropriate scrub tops.