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RN Oncology - Pediatrics
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
The Children's Hospital

$2,302-2,443/week

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RN Oncology - Pediatrics

Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 12 hours per day, 36 hours per week
Employment Type: Registered Nurse, Direct Care

Job Description

Provide nursing care to pediatric oncology patients under general supervision. Responsibilities include:

Managing an assigned group of patients
Documenting patient responses and changes in physician orders
Assisting physicians with examinations and minor procedures
Monitoring physiological data and intervening as needed
Administering medications, intravenous infusions, and blood products
Delivering competent patient care and communicating care plans to patients and families
Making referrals for patient care needs and delegating tasks to support staff

Required Qualifications

Education

Associate of Science in Nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited program

Experience

Minimum 1 year of pediatric nursing experience within the last year
Experience in pediatric hematology/oncology

Licenses & Certifications

Valid RN license in Oklahoma
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
Chemotherapy certification from the Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses (APHON)
Fundamentals of Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Administration certification
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association

Skills

Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, techniques, and procedures
Ability to organize, plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing services
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to respond effectively to cultural and language needs of patients and visitors
Basic computer skills
Ability to maintain good working relationships with other healthcare staff

Additional Information

Prior travel experience is not specified or required for this position.

Facility

The Children's Hospital

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Childrens

ADDRESS1200 Children's AvenueOklahoma City, OK 73104

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About Oklahoma City, OK

As a Travel Pediatric Hematology Oncology Nurse in Oklahoma City, OK here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Oklahoma City is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer average high: 93°F, average low: 71°F.
Winter average high: 49°F, average low: 28°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Oklahoma City.

Transportation

Oklahoma City is car-friendly, and public transportation options include buses and a streetcar system.

Demographics

The city has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include obesity and related conditions.
Oklahoma City has a growing population of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Oklahoma City offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, music venues, and sports events.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy parks, lakes, and hiking trails.

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