RN - Oncology

RN - Oncology

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Hematology/Oncology

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Night

Hours per Shift: 12

Experience: 2 years of pediatric Hematology/Oncology experience preferred

License: Active RN license or valid multistate eNLC license

Certifications

BLS American Heart AssociationPALS American Heart Association, required within 1 yearAPON Certification preferred

Must-Have

• CERNER experience is a hard requirement
• Pediatric Hematology/Oncology experience
• Experience caring for immunocompromised pediatric patients
• Experience administering chemotherapy, blood products, electrolyte infusions, and other oncology treatments
• Comfortable with central-line care, IV monitoring, lab draws, transfusions, and sepsis monitoring
• Strong communication, critical thinking, documentation, and family education skills

Description

• The Hematology/Oncology RN provides compassionate, family-centered care to pediatric patients.
• Responsibilities include completing assessments and developing individualized care plans.
• Administer chemotherapy and medications as needed.
• Monitor central lines and laboratory results.
• Provide transfusions and electrolyte infusions.
• Educate patients and families about their care.
• Collaborate with physicians and the multidisciplinary care team.
• Participate in patient safety initiatives and infection prevention.
• Ensure accurate electronic medical record documentation.
• Float to other nursing units within the scope of practice if required.
• Background and license must be clear with no issues.