Pediatric Hematology/Oncology CNS - Lead Care & Innovation

Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 226,000; Full time

Job summary

Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego seeks a Clinical Nurse Specialist to lead advanced nursing care in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology. The CNS will coordinate care across the Inpatient Unit, Outpatient Clinic, and Proton Therapy Unit, applying evidence-based practices to improve patient experiences.

The role emphasizes mentorship of new nurses, ongoing research, and collaboration with the CNS team to advance treatment approaches for medically complex pediatric patients in our San Diego programs.

Qualifications

• MS in Nursing required; active CA RN license and CA CNS license.
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience in pediatric hematology/oncology.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association.
• APHON certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care planning and coordination for medically complex pediatric patients.
• Stay current with pediatric hematology/oncology evidence-based practices and integrate findings.
• Mentor new staff and nursing graduates to build a capable CNS team.

Skills

Evidence-based nursing

Mentorship

Pediatric hematology/oncology

Education

Master of Science in Nursing

Doctorate Degree

Job description

Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego seeks a Clinical Nurse Specialist to lead advanced nursing care in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology. The CNS will coordinate care across the Inpatient Unit, Outpatient Clinic, and Proton Therapy Unit, applying evidence-based practices to improve patient experiences.

The role emphasizes mentorship of new nurses, ongoing research, and collaboration with the CNS team to advance treatment approaches for medically complex pediatric patients in our San Diego programs.