Pediatric Oncology Registered Nurse
New Brunswick, NJ
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Pediatric Oncology Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Shift: Night (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Provide pediatric infusion nursing care focused on patients with various childhood cancers and sickle cell disease.
• Patient ratio approximately 1:3.
• Float assignments include Pediatrics, Adolescent units, and PICU Stepdown.
• No block scheduling; every other weekend and holiday required.
• Accepts first-time travel nurses and local candidates.
• Work setting includes inpatient and outpatient environments.

Required Experience & Skills

• Valid RN license in New Jersey
• Pediatric Hematology/Oncology nursing experience (minimum 2 years), including experience within the last year
• Experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings
• Proficient with EPIC electronic health record system
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• IV Certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Required Certifications & Licenses

This section has been integrated into the Required Experience & Skills section above.

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID and valid driver’s license required within 48 hours of contract signing.
• Employment application or resume with 7 years of work history.
• Two professional references within the last 2 years, including at least one managerial reference.
• Criminal background check within 30 days of start, including alias and multi-level searches. No open cases allowed.
• Drug screen (10-panel urine) within 30 days of start.
• Physical exam within 12 months confirming ability to perform essential job functions and free of communicable disease.
• Negative TB screening (blood or skin test) within 3 months of start; additional clearance if history of positive TB.
• Immunization or immunity documentation for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (positive titer or vaccine compliance)
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap within 10 years (declinations not accepted)
• Influenza vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required annually.
• Respiratory medical clearance and on-site fit testing mandatory prior to start; must be updated annually.
• Latex allergy screening questionnaire if job tasks require glove use.
• Color vision testing within 1 year if job tasks require color discrimination.
• Completion of medication/pharmacology competency exam, dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam, IV therapy/infusion exam, and pediatric-specific competency exams within 72 hours of signing contract.
• Pass/fail testing for pharmacology and EKG with remediation policy (max 3 attempts).

Additional Requirements

• Must complete facility-specific floating policy acknowledgment for each assignment.
• Must complete annual education sign-off and safety training (OSHA, HIPAA, Joint Commission).
• Must complete facility-required orientation videos and attestations prior to start.
• Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) certification not required for this role.
• NIH Stroke Certification not required for this role.
• Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC) certification not required for this role.

Work Environment & Schedule

• Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each.
• Floating to related pediatric and stepdown units as needed.
• Patient population includes all types of childhood cancers and sickle cell patients.

Notes

• Prior travel experience is not required; first-time travelers are accepted.
• Locals are also eligible to apply.
• No block scheduling; schedule includes every other weekend and holidays.

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this pediatric oncology travel nursing position.