Pediatric Oncology Registered Nurse
Newark, New Jersey
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

Job Summary: Registered Nurse - Travel/Contract in Newark, New Jersey

Contract Details

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

Specialty & Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Required Experience: Minimum 1.5 years of experience
• Required Specialty Experience: Chemotherapy/Oncology experience required
• Additional Experience: Must have general pediatrics experience
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required (first-time travelers accepted)

Unit & Float Information

• Unit Types: General pediatrics, hematology/oncology, orthopedics, surgical
• Float Units: May float to PICU and NICU; additional float units possible based on skill set and hospital needs
• Patient Ratio: 1:5

Schedule

• Every Other Weekend (Saturday/Sunday)
• Block/special scheduling only if approved at booking

Certifications & Licenses Required

• Mandatory:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • Chemotherapy Certification (Adult or Pediatric as applicable)
• Preferred:

  • APHON (Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses)
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
  • OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse)
• Additional Certifications May Be Required Depending on Unit:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - required for some units but NOT required for Oncology Chemo Certified RN
  • EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) - required for Mother-Baby, Labor & Delivery RNs
  • Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) - required for ER, Pediatric ER, Behavioral Health RNs
  • NIH Stroke Certification - required for Pediatric ER and other critical care units
• Licensing:

  • Valid RN license with legal last name matching documentation
  • NURSYS verification as applicable

Required Competencies & Exams

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (within 72 hours of signing)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (required for critical care and emergency units)
• Color Blind Testing (within 1 year, if applicable)
• Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication) with remediation policy

Health & Background Requirements

• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within required timeframes
• Physical exam within the last 12 months, cleared to perform essential job functions
• Drug screen within 30 days of start (10-panel minimum)
• Influenza vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required annually
• Fit test and Respiratory Medical Clearance (mandatory on-site fit testing)
• Latex Allergy Questionnaire (if applicable)
• Immunizations and titers required for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap

Documentation & Compliance

• Employment application or resume with 7 years of work history
• Two references within the last 2 years (one managerial)
• Background checks including criminal, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and state-specific exclusions (New Jersey Department of Treasury Exclusions List)
• Various facility-specific documents and attestations including floating policy, annual education sign-off, vendor medical clearance, and more
• Annual education and competency updates as required

Additional Notes

• Charting system used: EPIC
• Scrub color: Navy
• Block/special scheduling requires approval at booking
• Must include Return to Office (RTO) with submission
• Candidates may be required to float to other units based on hospital needs and skill set

This position is ideal for a Registered Nurse with pediatric and oncology experience who is flexible with floating and weekend scheduling, holds required certifications, and is prepared to comply with comprehensive health and background screening requirements.