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

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

Location: San Diego, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Nights, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Hours per Week: 36 hours
Weekend Requirement: 4 weekend shifts per 4-week period (weekends for night shift are Friday and Saturday)
Guaranteed Hours: Yes, after call-off policy is met
Block Scheduling: Not specified
Locals Accepted: No

Unit Overview

• Hematology inpatient unit with 38 beds
• Patient population includes bone marrow transplant, blood cell transplantation, neuroblastoma, anemia, leukemia, lymphoma, solid tumors, hemophilia, ITP, sickle cell anemia, and other hemoglobinopathies
• Care involves IV therapy, sedation procedures, post-op care, central line management (Hickman’s, port-a-caths), blood products, and chemotherapeutic agents
• Charting system: Epic (experience highly preferred but not mandatory with strong inpatient Hem/Onc background)
• Scrub color: Any
• Free parking for travelers

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in California
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 2 years of pediatric hematology/oncology nursing experience
• Pediatric hematology/oncology experience within the last year
• Experience working with pediatric patients
• APHON (Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses) certification
• BLS (American Heart Association) certification
• PALS (American Heart Association) certification
• Chemotherapy certification

Certifications & Competencies

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam (pediatric focus) with 100% passing score required; two attempts allowed
• Competency exam with minimum 80% score, must be updated annually
• Core Parts I, II, and III competency exams required annually
• RN Medication Calculation Exam with 100% passing score required prior to start; one retake allowed
• Pass/fail medication test required for all RNs (except Case Managers)
• ACLS preferred but not required for this placement
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) not required for this unit

Health & Compliance Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, confirming good health without restrictions
• Negative TB test (Qgold/Tspot within 6 months or two negative PPDs) or chest X-ray if positive history
• Immunizations or positive titers required for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (titer preferred; vaccine series acceptable if titer unavailable)
  • Tdap vaccine within 10 years (declinations not accepted)
  • Seasonal flu vaccine required during flu season (Oct 31 – Apr 28) with no exemptions
• Fit test for N95 masks within 1 year of start
• Negative 9-panel drug screen (non-THC) within 30 days of start; includes amphetamines, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, cocaine, methamphetamines, morphine (opiates), oxycodone
• Photo for badge (JPEG format, recent, plain background) required before start

Background & Documentation

• Valid government-issued photo ID (front and back) required on first day
• Background check within 30 days of start, including criminal history for all counties lived/worked in last 7 years, sex offender search, national criminal database, education verification
• Education verification required; transcripts/diploma accepted as placeholder if third-party verification pending
• Employment application covering full 7 years with explanations for gaps over 6 months
• Two supervisory references from clinical leadership (director, supervisor, or manager) verified within 1 year of start (charge nurses not acceptable)
• Various facility-specific documents and acknowledgments must be signed prior to start (e.g., confidentiality, code of conduct, HIPAA, meal waiver, professional accountability)

Additional Notes

• No on-call responsibilities
• No floating to other units or sister facilities
• Return-to-office (RTO) restrictions: maximum 6 days
• Candidates without EPIC experience will be considered only if they have a very strong inpatient Hem/Onc background
• Behavioral health-specific certifications (MCPP) and other non-RN certifications are not applicable for this role

This position is ideal for experienced pediatric hematology oncology nurses seeking a travel contract with a reputable pediatric specialty unit. First-time travelers with strong relevant experience are welcome to apply.