RN - Pediatric Hematology Oncology
About The Position
Build your Career. Make a Difference. Presbyterian Hospital is seeking a skilled RN to join our Pediatric Hematology Oncology team. In this role, you will be responsible for utilizing the nursing process to provide direct patient care to an assigned group of patients during a shift. Responsible for prioritizing the delivery of direct nursing care using time and resources efficiently integrating a standards-based framework model. We welcome applications from both new graduates and experienced RNs! New graduates have the opportunity to participate in our mandatory residency program, which includes monthly seminars led by the Nurse Residency Team, peer-to-peer debriefing sessions, support groups/mentoring, and rounding. The Nurse Residency Program is an added benefit designed to support your transition into practice. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. • Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities • Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern) • Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions) • Malpractice liability insurance • Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department • EPIC electronic charting system
Requirements
- Associate Degree in Nursing
- State of New Mexico or Compact State Nursing License
- BLS certification REQUIRED at time of hire
Responsibilities
- Administer chemotherapy and other cancer treatments safely and accurately
- Monitor for side effects and complications, including reactions to chemotherapy, transfusions, or disease progression
- Assess vital signs, symptoms, and overall patient status throughout treatment
- Manage central lines (e.g., ports, PICC lines) and maintain strict infection‑control practices
- Provide supportive care such as pain management, hydration, and symptom relief
- Care for children with blood disorders such as sickle cell disease, hemophilia, anemia, and clotting disorders
- Administer blood products and monitor transfusion reactions
- Educate families on managing chronic hematologic conditions
Benefits
- Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
- Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
- Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
- Malpractice liability insurance
- Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
- EPIC electronic charting system
- Access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more
- Sign on and relocation bonuses available for qualified candidates.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
