Travel Pediatrics RN - $2,079 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Pediatrics for a travel nursing job in Durham, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Pediatrics
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 5, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Pediatric Oncology RN for a night shift assignment requiring chemotherapy certification and pediatric oncology experience.

Details

• Pediatric Oncology unit specializing in chemotherapy administration and BMT care
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 7:30
• Every other weekend required
• Bi-weekly orientation schedule
• Cares for pediatric oncology patients including chemotherapy, biotherapy, and bone marrow transplant recipients

Requirements

• Active NC or Compact RN license required in hand
• Current certifications required: BLS, PALS, Chemotherapy (ONS/ONCC), and APHON
• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience required
• Skilled in IV therapy, central line and port access/management, and PICC line care
• Experienced in chemotherapy administration including IV push, continuous infusion, and oral routes
• Knowledgeable in recognizing and managing oncologic emergencies such as ATLS, anaphylaxis, extravasation, hemorrhage, and sepsis
• Skilled in symptom management related to chemotherapy side effects
• Experienced in administration of blood products, coagulation factors, antifungals, and antivirals
• Knowledgeable in pain management including IV push narcotics and PCA pump management
• Skilled in patient/family psychosocial support and pediatric team collaboration
• One supervisory reference from within the last year required for consideration
• Full SSN and DOB required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care including chemotherapy administration, port/central line management, and symptom monitoring
• Coordinate care with the pediatric oncology team including biotherapy and bone marrow transplant support
• Recognize and manage oncologic emergencies and treatment side effects
• Support patients and families through education and psychosocial care
• Flu vaccine required between October 31 and March 31 with no exemptions
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates accepted within a 75-mile radius at a reduced rate
• RTO must be limited to 5-7 days
• Previous permanent employment at this health system must be disclosed, and candidates cannot have been permanent staff within the last 6 months

American Traveler Job ID #P-754771. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Pediatrics - Pediatric Oncology

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