Registered Nurse - Pediatric Oncology

Jackson Healthcare • San Antonio, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pediatric Hematology and Oncology unit at Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC) provides specialized care for children and young adults with blood disorders and cancers. BAMC is a 425-bed, level I trauma center and the only level 1 trauma center in the DOD. The patient age range is from birth through age 26, with oncology care extendable to age 28 if needed. Conditions treated include various cancers like leukemias, lymphomas, and brain tumors, as well as blood disorders such as anemias, bleeding/clotting disorders, and sickle cell anemia. The unit also offers specialized programs like multidisciplinary clinics for sickle cell anemia and long-term cancer survivorship.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required.
• Graduate of a nursing program accredited by ACEN or CCNE.
• Current, active, unrestricted Registered Nurse license from any U.S. state, territory, district, or jurisdiction.
• Minimum one (1) year of RN experience within the last two (2) years in an acute care inpatient setting.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Successful completion of required background investigation and security screening.
• Compliance with all facility credentialing requirements.
• Completion of required orientation and mandatory training programs.
• Maintenance of annual influenza vaccination and other required immunizations.
• Compliance with all Joint Commission, Defense Health Agency, and BAMC policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Advanced Life Support (ALS) for designated Medical-Surgical specialty units.
• Experience in large acute-care hospitals or teaching facilities.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Commitment to excellence in patient care and continuous professional growth.
• Ability to thrive in a mission-focused healthcare environment serving military beneficiaries.

Responsibilities

• Perform the full scope of professional nursing duties within granted clinical privileges and scope of practice.
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including physical, psychosocial, family, and medical histories.
• Develop, implement, evaluate, and document individualized nursing care plans.
• Provide direct patient care, including medication administration, wound care, patient hygiene and mobility assistance, and blood product administration.
• Monitor patient conditions and respond appropriately to changes in health status.
• Recognize and intervene in life-threatening situations using established emergency procedures.
• Perform diagnostic procedures including phlebotomy and point-of-care testing as authorized.
• Educate patients and families regarding disease processes, medications, discharge instructions, and health maintenance.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, advanced practice providers, ancillary staff, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Supervise and delegate appropriate tasks to Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) and unlicensed assistive personnel.
• Adhere to infection prevention and control policies and patient safety standards.
• Operate and troubleshoot patient care equipment, including infusion pumps, monitoring systems, and other clinical devices.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, staff meetings, training, and professional development activities.
• Adapt to changing patient acuity, staffing needs, and workload demands.
• Float to other comparable patient care units as assigned and within competency level.

Benefits

• Smoking/vaping and the use of tobacco products are prohibited on all Company premises, including indoor and outdoor areas, parking lots, and Company-owned vehicles.
• Candidates who receive a conditional offer may be required to undergo pre-employment drug testing.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree