Registered Nurse I (Spring 2026 New Grad Blitz) - SJCH Peds Cancer Center

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

20h • Onsite

About The Position

SJCH Cancer and Blood Disorders is a 16 bed Pediatric Hematology, Oncology, and Bone Marrow Transplantation and Cellular Therapy (BMTCT) unit providing intermediate level care for patients age 0-25 years. It is the only program in the state of South Carolina to provide BMTCT to pediatric patients. The average daily census on the unit is 15 patients, with the most common patients being those with cancer, sickle cell anemia, or receiving BMTCT. The staffing mix includes Registered Nurses, Patient Care Technicians, and unit secretaries. The Registered Nurses become certified in administration of chemotherapy and BMTCT products when eligible. In addition to administration of chemotherapy, pain management during sickle cell crisis, and BMTCT, one of the unique services provided is gene therapy, a novel treatment for patients with sickle cell anemia. Pediatric palliative care and respiratory therapy are available as needed. The unit is secured and composed of all private rooms.

Requirements

• Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing or a compact state.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.
• Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous)
• Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform gross motor activities with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)
• Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (Continuous)
• Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous)
• Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous)
• Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Continuous)

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Nursing degree preferred.
• RN staff hired on or after July 1, 2013 with an Associate or Diploma degree in nursing are required to be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two years and successfully obtain a BSN degree within four years of the RN hire or reclassification date.

Responsibilities

• Assists at the advanced beginner level in providing individualized, goal directed nursing care to patients and families utilizing principles and practices of the nursing process.
• Interacts with other members of the health care team to achieve desired outcomes.

What This Job Offers

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