Pediatric Oncology Nurse II: Kay 4 Weekend Days

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

39d • $32 - $55 • Onsite

About The Position

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is hiring a Pediatric Oncology Nurse II for Kay 4, a 17-bed inpatient unit that cares for patients with hematology disorders and leukemia and lymphoma. The nurse will provide high-quality care to pediatric patients enrolled in current treatment protocols, as part of a clinical team working alongside scientists in a bench-to-bedside research environment.

The schedule consists of three 12-hour shifts per week, including every Saturday and Sunday and one additional shift. The role includes a rotating holiday schedule. This is a part-time position in Memphis, Tennessee.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and completion of 18 months of clinical nursing experience.
• St. Jude or other registered nurse experience.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Current Tennessee State Board of Nursing license if the primary residence is Tennessee or a Nurse Licensure Compact non-compact state; if the primary residence is in a Nurse Licensure Compact state, a current nursing license in the state of primary residence.
• Intermediate pediatric assessment, critical-thinking, and pain-assessment skills.
• Some experience in pediatric or oncology nursing.
• Working knowledge of research protocols.
• Knowledge of growth and development principles for all ages served.
• Strong clinical nursing, interpersonal, and patient education skills.
• Proven performance in an earlier role.

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 nursing care appropriate to the age-related needs of patients on the assigned unit.
• Assess and interpret age-specific patient data and patient status.
• Use clinical nursing, critical-thinking, pediatric assessment, and pain-assessment skills.
• Provide patient education and collaborate with the care team.
• Provide care in alignment with applicable research protocols.

What This Job Offers

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