Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric Oncology/Hematology position at a Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center and teaching hospital, requiring strong oncology/hematology experience and port access skills on a night shift schedule.

Details

• 12-hour night shifts (1900-0700), 36 hours per week
• 24-bed Pediatric Oncology/Hematology unit, including 16 Hematology/Oncology beds and 8 Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) beds with an average daily census of 22
• BMT section is a positive pressure environment; all RNs work interchangeably across all 24 beds
• Patient population ranges from neonates to adults and includes solid tumor cancers, leukemia, sickle cell disease, aplastic anemia, and highly acute BMT patients (Day 0, 1, and 2 post-transplant)
• Unit also regularly cares for pediatric behavioral health patients, including those with adjustment disorders, suicidal ideation, and elopement risk
• Off-service (non-Hem/Onc) patients may be admitted provided they have no communicable infections or precautions, due to the neutropenic patient population
• RN patient ratios: 1:3 for Hem/Onc, 1:3-4 for Observation/Off-Service, and 1:1-2 for BMT (acuity-dependent)
• Every other weekend rotation required; modified self-scheduling applies and requests may not be accommodated
• No on-call or call-back requirements
• Floating may occur to general pediatric medical units (Ortho/Trauma, Gen Peds, Observation, ED Holds) based on skillset and census needs; no floating to Main ER, PICU, or NICU
• EMR: Epic; IV Pumps: Alaris; Med Dispensing: Omnicell

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• Current BLS and PALS certifications required
• APHON provider card required (certificate only; CPHON and BMTCN are not required)
• Minimum 2 years of pediatric nursing experience with strong Oncology/Hematology background
• Port access experience is required
• Proficiency in chemo administration, blood product transfusion, cardiac rhythm interpretation, blood cultures, central line care, PCA pumps, and heparin drips required
• Candidates must reside at a permanent address 50 miles or more outside of the facility (locals not accepted)
• At least one professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN is required for consideration
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration

Additional Information

• Nurses care for some of the most acutely ill pediatric oncology patients, including those undergoing active treatment and BMT patients on Day 0–2; if a child does not require intubation, they are cared for on this unit
• BMT experience (Day 0–2) is highly preferred; preferred skills also include end-of-life care involving Precedex drips, intranasal Versed, Ketamine drips, and chest tubes
• Unit is equipped with cameras in care areas and has a rounding Psych Tech available for behavioral health patient escalations; manager approval may be requested if a traveler is not comfortable with the BH patient population
• Support staff includes a free-floating Charge RN/Supervisor, Unit Educator (days), Task RN (10am–10:30pm), Unit Secretary (until 9:30pm), IV/VAT team, phlebotomy, RT (24/7 in-house), and security (24/7)
• Orientation consists of a facility NEO and 2 days of departmental orientation
• Travelers are expected to work 75% of assigned holidays
• Scrubs: Navy blue
• Parking is free
• First-time travelers will be considered if they have strong BMT RN experience
• Candidates who have previously worked a permanent position at an AHSE facility must have been separated for at least 1 year to be eligible