Pediatric Oncology RN
New Haven, CT
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Pediatric Oncology RN for a night shift position requiring APHON certification and CT/compact RN licensure.

Details

• Pediatric Oncology unit within a Level I Trauma Center academic medical center
• May also work on the sister BMT unit as needed
• Average patient ratio of 1:3
• Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 19:00-7:30)
• Every other weekend required
• Floating required
• Uses Epic charting system

Requirements

• Active or pending CT (Compact) RN license accepted
• BLS and APHON certifications required
• CPHON or CPON certification preferred
• Chemotherapy Administration certification required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required (1.5 years considered if from a Level I trauma center or large hospital)
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Skilled in IV therapy/phlebotomy, administration of blood and blood products, port care and management, and central line blood draws
• Experience with chemotherapy administration, monitoring, and symptom management
• Experience with body fluid handling post-chemotherapy
• 1 professional reference required

Additional Information

• Provide comprehensive care to pediatric oncology patients including chemotherapy administration and symptom management
• Administer blood transfusions and manage blood products as needed
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Previous travel experience not required
• Local candidates within 75 miles of the facility are not accepted
• Former staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 2 years to be considered as a traveler
• RTO requests up to 7 days can be auto-approved; requests beyond 7 days require additional approval
• Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
• COVID vaccine and booster required with religious or medical exemptions only