RN Oncology - Pediatrics
Oklahoma City, OK
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,353/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (1 year)
- Skills Checklist
- Updated Resume
Description
RN Oncology - Pediatrics
Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 12 hours per day, 36 hours per week
Employment Type: Registered Nurse, Direct Care
Job Description
Provide nursing care to pediatric oncology patients under general supervision. Responsibilities include:
- Managing an assigned group of patients
- Documenting patient responses and changes in physician orders
- Assisting physicians with examinations and minor procedures
- Monitoring physiological data and intervening as needed
- Administering medications, intravenous infusions, and blood products
- Delivering competent patient care and communicating care plans to patients and families
- Making referrals for patient care needs and delegating tasks to support staff
Required Qualifications
Education
- Associate of Science in Nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited program
Experience
- Minimum 1 year of pediatric nursing experience within the last year
- Experience in pediatric hematology/oncology
Licenses & Certifications
- Valid RN license in Oklahoma
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
- Chemotherapy certification from the Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses (APHON)
- Fundamentals of Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Administration certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association
Skills
- Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, techniques, and procedures
- Ability to organize, plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing services
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to respond effectively to cultural and language needs of patients and visitors
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to maintain good working relationships with other healthcare staff
Additional Information
- Prior travel experience is not specified or required for this position.
Employer
PRIDE Health
57 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
About Oklahoma City, OK
As a Travel Pediatric Hematology Oncology Nurse in Oklahoma City, OK here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Oklahoma City is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high: 93°F, average low: 71°F.
- Winter average high: 49°F, average low: 28°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Oklahoma City.
- Oklahoma City is car-friendly, and public transportation options include buses and a streetcar system.
- The city has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and related conditions.
- Oklahoma City has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Oklahoma City offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, music venues, and sports events.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy parks, lakes, and hiking trails.
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