Pediatric Oncology Chemotherapy RN
Kansas City, Missouri
Children's Mercy Hospital

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position

Location: Kansas City, Missouri
Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Work in Hematology/Oncology/Bone Marrow Transplant/GI unit
• Cover RN duties while staff are trained on EPIC system
• Day shift: 06:55 AM – 07:30 PM
• Must be licensed to work in Missouri (Kansas license preferred)
• Prior travel experience is required

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA only, HeartCode accepted
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – AHA only, HeartCode accepted
• Preferred: APHON Chemotherapy-Biotherapy Certificate
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA only (not required for RRT or OR)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure) – AHA 8th Edition Advanced Certification (as required)
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) – Required for ER/Peds ER
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) – Required for RNs going to Crisis Center (not required for 5 West Behavioral Health RNs)
• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement
• Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication) – 100% required on medication calculation/dosage test during orientation

Experience Requirements

• Specialty Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated (default to typical RN experience; however, prior travel experience is explicitly required)
• Prior Travel Experience: Required

Licensure & Verification

• Must have Missouri RN license (Kansas license preferred)
• State License 1 Verification (Primary Source Verification)
• NURSYS Verification required for all RNs
• Residency Declaration Form required if working on a compact license

Background Checks & Compliance

• Background check within 3 months of start, including all counties worked or lived in past 7 years
• Sex Offender search required
• Statewide search for Missouri and Kansas required
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated every 6 months
• Missouri Highway Patrol Check required

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam attesting ability to meet physical demands (initial and annual)
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccination within 10 years
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray (2-step PPD or Qgold/T-Spot within 90 days)
• Annual TB Questionnaire
• Proof of vaccinations or titers for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (3 vaccines, titer, or declination)
  • Varicella
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start
• Seasonal Flu Vaccination or Medical/Religious Exemption required (no declinations accepted)
• Respirator Safety Clearance or Respirator Questionnaire (RespSafety accepted)

Competency & Testing

• Pediatric pharmacology competency exam required
• Pediatric competency exam required
• Color Blind Testing (online) required for all clinical candidates
• Medication calculation/dosage test during orientation (must pass with 100%)

Documentation & Other Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID required during hours of service
• E-Verify proof or attestation required
• Facility-specific health forms, TB questionnaire, medication review packet, and other onboarding documents must be completed timely
• Two supervisory references or performance evaluations verified within 1 year of start
• Skills checklist for pediatric nursing required
• Employment application/resume required

Additional Notes

• This is a pediatric-focused role requiring familiarity with pediatric nursing competencies and certifications.
• The position involves working in a specialized unit with complex patient care needs.
• Prior travel nursing experience is mandatory.
• Compliance with all background checks, immunizations, and certifications is strictly enforced.