Pediatric Oncology Nurse II: Kay 4 days

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

The Pediatric Oncology Nurse II will provide nursing care on Kay 4, a 17-bed unit at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital that supports patients with hematology disorders, leukemia, and lymphoma. The unit offers small nurse-to-patient ratios and cares for patients enrolled in current protocols intended to advance treatment. The role is part of a collaborative clinical and research environment focused on children with cancer, sickle cell disease, and other life-threatening conditions.

This is a day-shift position involving three 12-hour shifts per week, with rotating weekend and holiday shifts. The nurse provides age-appropriate patient care, assesses patient status, supports treatment and research protocols, coordinates care, and works with healthcare teams to promote patient safety and high-quality outcomes.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• At least 18 months of clinical nursing experience; St. Jude or other registered nurse experience is required.
• At least one year of experience is sought for this position.
• Current nursing license appropriate to the candidate’s state of primary residence and applicable Nurse Licensure Compact rules.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Intermediate pediatric assessment, critical-thinking, and pain-assessment skills.
• Some experience in pediatric or oncology nursing.
• Working knowledge of research protocols.
• Knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to age-related patient needs and patient growth and development.
• Ability to assess and interpret age-specific patient data.
• Strong clinical nursing, interpersonal, and patient-education skills.
• Proven performance in an earlier role.
• Ability to provide hands-on patient care, implement treatment plans, and collaborate with healthcare teams.
• Ability to prioritize patient safety and independently address healthcare needs within the nursing area.
• Ability to understand and interpret clinical information and support high-quality patient care.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly, adapt to changing priorities, and remain calm amid change.

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), as applicable.
• Certified Pediatric Hematology Oncology Nurse (CPHON) certification.
• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care and implement treatment plans for patients with hematology disorders, leukemia, and lymphoma.
• Assess and interpret age-specific patient data, including pediatric and pain assessments.
• Provide care appropriate to patients’ age-related needs and growth and development.
• Coordinate patient care and work closely with healthcare teams to support optimal outcomes.
• Support implementation of research protocols and clinical trials.
• Prioritize patient safety and comply with ethical principles, legal regulations, and standards of care.
• Communicate clinical information and patient needs clearly to patients, families, and diverse audiences.
• Identify opportunities to improve patient care quality, systems, processes, and communication across care teams.
• Adapt to changing priorities and contribute to solutions aligned with unit and functional priorities.

What This Job Offers

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