Pediatric Radiation Oncology RN
San Diego, California
Rady Children's Hospital - San Diego

Radiation Oncology Registered Nurse - Travel/Contract

Location: San Diego, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: 4 days per week, 10-hour day shifts (Monday through Friday)
• Shift Start Times: Variable between 6:00 AM and 8:30 AM depending on patient volume
• Major Holidays: Off
• Patient Population: Pediatric oncology patients (15-25 per day) including brain tumors, Ewings Sarcoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma, lymphomas, neuroblastoma, anemia, leukemia/lymphoma, solid tumors, hemophilia, ITP, sickle cell anemia
• Unit Focus: Blood and Marrow Transplantation, Radiation Oncology, Proton Therapy
• Clinical Skills Required:

  • Central line and IV starts
  • Port-a-cath accessing
  • Imaging and radiation treatment under general anesthesia
  • Pre-procedure check-in and PACU recovery
  • Central line maintenance
  • Medication administration

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in California
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Minimum 1 year of oncology experience within the last year
• Pediatric hematology/oncology experience
• Experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings
• PALS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Chemotherapy certification

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Valid photo ID (front and back) required on first day
• Background checks within 30 days of start, including criminal and national databases
• Education verification with transcripts/diploma or third-party verification
• Medication and pharmacology competency exams (100% passing score required)
• Annual competency exams with pediatric focus (minimum 80% score)
• RN Medication Calculation Exam (100% passing score required)
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, confirming good health without restrictions
• Fit test for N95 masks within 1 year of start
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Hepatitis B series or titer (titer preferred)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (positive titer or 2 vaccines)
  • Varicella (positive titer or 2 vaccines)
• Negative TB test (Qgold/Tspot within 6 months or two negative PPDs)
• Negative 9-panel drug test (non-THC) within 30 days of start
• Seasonal flu vaccination required during flu season (declinations not accepted)
• Badge photo meeting specific requirements (recent, plain background, JPEG format)
• Completion and signing of facility-specific forms including confidentiality, code of conduct, HIPAA, meal waiver, and professional accountability expectations

Additional Information

• Charting System: Epic
• Scrub Color: Any
• Parking: Free traveler parking
• Guaranteed Hours: After call-off policy is met
• Return to Office (RTO) Restrictions: Maximum 6 days RTO
• Locals: Not accepted

References & Employment History

• Two supervisory references required within 1 year of start from clinical leadership (director, supervisor, or manager)
• Employment application must cover full 7 years with no gaps over 6 months without explanation

This position offers a specialized pediatric oncology nursing opportunity in a highly regarded proton therapy center with a focus on hematology/oncology and radiation oncology care.