Pediatric Oncology Chemotherapy Registered Nurse
Durham, NC
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Job Opportunity: Pediatric Oncology Chemo Certified Registered Nurse

Location: Durham, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (Pediatric Oncology, Chemotherapy Certified)
• Minimum Years of Experience: 1 year
• Licensure: North Carolina or Compact nursing license in hand
• Certifications Required:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • Chemotherapy Certification (ONS/ONCC)
  • APHON (Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses)
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Orientation: Bi-weekly
• Flu Vaccine: Required with no exemptions or declinations accepted
• First-Timer: Accepts first-time travelers
• Local Candidates: Accepted within 75 miles

Important Compliance & Documentation

• Background Checks: Must be completed within 90 days of start, including SSN trace, county searches, sex offender, education verification, and others as applicable.
• Health Documents:

  • Physical exam within 12 months
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months
  • Required immunizations: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella, Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap, Polio vaccine or attestation
  • Drug testing: Negative 10-panel within 30 days of start
  • Flu vaccination for the current flu season (October through March) mandatory for new candidates
• References: Two professional references required from employment within the last 12 months, at least one must be a supervisor
• Employment Application: Required with 7 years of work history

Additional Notes

• Candidates must set up a facility-specific guest account prior to clearance to access orientation and work systems.
• Competency exams and unit-specific training are required.
• Pass/fail testing on EKG/medication knowledge is conducted during orientation.
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training provided during orientation and valid for 2 years.
• Candidates must complete all required online modules prior to orientation.
• Sterile Processing Tech (SPT) and other specialty-specific certifications may be required if applicable.

Summary

This is a travel contract Registered Nurse position specializing in Pediatric Oncology with chemotherapy certification. The role requires at least 1 year of nursing experience, specific certifications, and compliance with strict health and background documentation. Weekend work every other weekend is required, and flu vaccination is mandatory without exemptions. Orientation occurs bi-weekly, and first-time travelers are welcome. Local candidates within 75 miles are also considered.