Travel Nurse RN - Oncology
New Haven, CT
GHR Healthcare - Travel Division
3x12 hrs

Advance your nursing career with a high-impact Pediatric Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) travel job in New Haven, Connecticut (06510). Join a leading Level I Trauma Center and deliver specialized care to children and adolescents with complex hematology and oncology conditions. New Haven offers a dynamic environment for travel nurses, featuring historic architecture, a vibrant arts scene, and renowned dining—making it a top destination for Connecticut nursing jobs.

Pediatric Oncology RN Job Details

• Location: New Haven, Connecticut (06510)
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks (Start: January 2, 2026 – End: April 3, 2026)
• Shift: 12-hour night shifts (19:00 – 07:00), 3 shifts per week
• Hours per Week: 36
• Guaranteed Hours: Yes
• Unit: Pediatric Hematology & Oncology; float to Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) unit as needed
• Patient Ratios: Average 1:3 (nights 3-4)
• Charting System: Epic EMR
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Floating: Required to all pediatric units, including PICU, NNICU, and ED (floor-level assignments)
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1,990–$2,130

Pediatric Oncology RN Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of recent pediatric oncology nursing experience (1.5 years accepted with Level I or travel nurse experience)
• Active Registered Nurse license (CT RN license in process or pending accepted; must apply prior to submission)
• APHON (Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses) certification required
• Chemotherapy Administration certification required
• BLS Skills certification required
• CPHON/CPON certification preferred
• Proficient in chemotherapy administration, blood and blood product transfusion, central line care, and pediatric oncology symptom management
• One professional reference required
• Flu vaccine required (no exemptions)
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Local candidates (within 75 miles) not accepted

Pediatric Oncology Nurse Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, evidence-based care to pediatric hematology and oncology patients, including bone marrow transplant recipients
• Administer chemotherapy and blood products, manage ports and central lines, and monitor for adverse reactions
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including physical therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, and social services
• Float as needed to other pediatric units (PICU, NNICU, ED) with floor-level assignments
• Document patient care and interventions accurately using Epic EMR
• Participate in orientation and required training modules prior to start
• Educate and support pediatric patients and families throughout the treatment process

Apply now to join our pediatric oncology healthcare team in New Haven, Connecticut. Make a difference in young lives and discover rewarding travel nurse jobs in Connecticut!

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