RN - Pediatric Oncology/Hematology

Registered Nurse - Pediatric Oncology/Hematology Facility Overview 885 licensed beds Level 1 Trauma Center Academic Medical Center and Teaching Hospital Certified Chest Pain Center Accredited Stroke Center Unit Details 16 beds in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology (PHO) and 16 beds in Pediatric Adolescent (PA) units Average daily patient census ranges from 14 to 32 Experience requirements: PHO: Minimum 1 year in pediatric hematology/oncology acute care PA: Minimum 1 year in pediatric acute care First-time travel nurses with strong pediatric experience are welcome Patient Population and Common Conditions Includes leukemia, solid tumors, sickle cell crisis, diabetes, cystic fibrosis, behavioral health overlays, and general adolescent medicine Staffing Ratios Registered Nurse: Pediatric Adolescent Medicine – 1 nurse to 4-5 patients Certified Nursing Assistant: Ratio ranges from 1 CNA to 6-16 patients Licensure and Certifications For Pediatric Adolescent unit: Basic Life Support (BLS) required; Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred Required Competencies Management of central lines Administration of chemotherapy Strong pediatric assessment skills and critical thinking abilities Departmental Support Services CNAs assist with vital signs, activities of daily living, safety rounds, and intake/output monitoring Receptionist/Hospital Unit Coordinator support Charge nurse oversight Phlebotomy services available IV/Vascular Access Team assists with difficult peripheral access Resource Nurse availability varies Respiratory Therapy available 24/7 Hospitalist coverage 24/7 Intensivist coverage 24/7 Bedside telemetry monitoring provided (no telemetry technician on site) Technology and Equipment Electronic Medical Record system: Epic IV pumps: Alaris Medication dispensing: Omnicell Unit-specific monitoring devices and equipment Floating Policy Routine floating occurs between Pediatric Adolescent, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, and other units within the facility, excluding the Pediatric Emergency Department Orientation Process New Employee Orientation (NEO) Two-day departmental orientation Work Schedule Weekend rotation every other weekend No on-call duties required Holiday coverage expected for approximately 75% of holidays Return to Origin (RTO) is not mandatory Shift hours: 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM Scheduling cycle repeats every 6 weeks Additional Details Scrub color: Royal blue; pediatric-appropriate scrub tops permitted Free parking available Unit culture emphasizes teamwork, support, family-centered care, professional development, education, and safety #J-18808-Ljbffr