Pediatric Acute Care/Oncology RN
Newark, New Jersey
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Pediatrics

Location: Newark, New Jersey
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Registered Nurse with pediatric acute care and chemotherapy/oncology experience to work a 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM shift on a pediatric unit. The role involves caring for general pediatrics, hematology/oncology, orthopedic, and surgical patients ranging from neonates to adolescents.

Schedule & Requirements

• Shift Hours: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Holiday Requirement: Must work 1 of 2 or 2 of 3 holidays, per unit needs
• Floating: Must float within skillset without exception
• Patient Ratio: 1:5
• Charting System: EPIC experience required
• Accepts first-time travelers and local candidates

Required Experience

• Minimum 1.5 years of acute care pediatric nursing experience
• Chemotherapy/Oncology experience required

Required Licenses & Certifications

• Active New Jersey RN license or Compact RN license at time of submission
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• Chemotherapy certification issued by the Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses (APHON)
• IV Certification (required for all RNs except OR specialties)
• Additional certifications may be required based on unit assignment (e.g., ACLS, NRP)

Clinical Skills & Competencies

• Pediatric MedSurg and Pediatric Oncology care
• Vascular Access & Infusion: IV therapy, phlebotomy, starting/maintaining IVs, peripheral and central line care, port management, blood and blood product administration, TPN/Lipids
• Oncology & Medications: Chemotherapy administration, anti-seizure medications, pediatric dosage calculations, insulin administration
• GI/Nutrition: Breastfeeding support, handling breast milk, feeding methods (bottle, breast, gavage)
• Neuro/Respiratory/Orthopedic: Seizure disorders, oxygen delivery systems, fracture care
• Urinary catheter insertion and management, renal failure care, infection prevention, isolation precautions/PPE, wound assessment and care

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within required timeframes
• Physical exam within the past 12 months, cleared to perform essential job functions and free of communicable disease
• Drug screen within 30 days of start
• Respiratory medical clearance and on-site fit testing mandatory
• Influenza vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required annually
• Background checks including criminal, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and state-specific exclusions within 30 days of start
• Employment application or resume with 7 years of work history
• References: 2 within last 2 years, including at least one managerial reference
• Competency exams including medication/pharmacology, dysrhythmia/EKG, IV therapy/infusion, and pass/fail testing for EKG/medications as applicable
• Annual education sign-off and facility-specific orientation requirements

Additional Notes

• Candidates must be prepared to work in a multidisciplinary, child-focused environment with complex medical and surgical pediatric patients.
• Scrubs color: Navy Blue
• Floating assignments depend on census, patient acuity, and staffing needs.
• Prior travel experience is not required; first-time travelers are accepted.

Summary

This is a travel contract opportunity for a Pediatric Registered Nurse with acute care and chemotherapy/oncology experience. The position requires strong clinical skills in pediatric nursing, IV therapy, oncology medication administration, and the ability to work flexible schedules including weekends and holidays. Compliance with extensive documentation, certifications, and competency testing is mandatory.

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