Charge Nurse - Oncology Clinic

Valley Children’s Healthcare • Madera, CA

6d • $63 - $92 • Onsite

About The Position

Our Pediatric Oncology Clinic is one of the leading pediatric cancer facilities on the West Coast, offering specialized services for a wide range of cancer diagnoses. As the sole provider of pediatric oncology services between Los Angeles and the Bay Area, we see approximately 40 outpatient visits daily and bring a wealth of experience and expertise to each patient we treat. Our Cancer and Blood Disorders Center consistently ranks in the top 5 to 8 percent globally in patient enrollments for the Children’s Oncology Group (COG), the world’s largest organization focused on childhood and adolescent cancer research. Our dedicated team conducts a wide range of treatments, from chemotherapy and immune suppressant medication to laser therapy, blood transfusions, bone marrow aspiration and biopsies, lumbar punctures, chemotherapy administration in the cerebrospinal fluid, and radiation. Our outpatient unit houses treatment rooms, an infusion center, and playroom, all designed for family centered care. Among our patients, approximately 45% are diagnosed with leukemia and lymphoma, while the rest include solid tumor, neuro-oncology, histiocytosis, and vascular malformation cases. With an impressive 85% survival rate, we offer an exceptional Childhood Cancer Survivorship Program for patients completing treatment. This program focuses on easing the transition back to life before cancer and addressing potential long-term side effects of treatment, both physical and emotional.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree (required)
• RN - Registered Nurse License - CA-BRN - California Board of Registered Nursing (required)
• BLS - Basic Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association within 30 days of hire or transfer into position (required)
• PEARS - Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization - AHA - American Heart Association For employees hired into Ambulatory Treatment Center (ATC), Hematology and Oncology Clinic. within 12 months of hire or transfer into position (required)
• Minimum two (2) years Full time or equivalent nursing experience (required)

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors Degree Nursing (preferred)
• Pediatric experience (preferred)
• Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Provider Program within 12 months of hire or transfer.

Responsibilities

• Managing the overall operations of a defined Ambulatory patient care clinic during an assigned shift.
• Monitoring, evaluation, and directing patient care provided by staff.
• Coordinating activities of the patient care unit.
• Making staff assignments.
• Assisting with the development and evaluation of staff members.
• Assisting with the recruitment and hiring of staff.
• Evaluating staff competency.
• Evaluating, coaching, and counseling assigned staff in concert with the Manager/Supervisor.
• Practicing within the scope of the Nursing Practice Act, and in accordance with Valley Children's policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level