Pediatric Oncology Infusion Nurse - Frontline Care

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Inc. in Memphis, TN seeks a Pediatric Oncology Nurse to join the Infusion Center. The 36 hours/week day shift (10:00–22:30, M-F) includes rotating weekends and holidays. RN required; BSN within 3 years for internal candidates; BLS required; PALS/ACLS preferred.

Compassionate patient education and strong teamwork are essential as you care for children undergoing chemotherapy and other therapies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Nursing is required.
• BLS; PALS or ACLS preferred.
• Internal candidates may pursue BSN within 3 years.
• No prior experience required.
• Strong clinical, interpersonal and patient education skills.
• Knowledge of growth and development for all ages.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in an infusion center for pediatric patients.
• Perform pediatric nursing assessments and monitoring.
• Educate patients and families about treatments and care plans.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for patient care.

Skills

Pediatric nursing

BLS

PALS/ACLS

Pain assessment

Critical thinking

Patient education

Growth and development

Team communication

Education

Bachelor's of Nursing

Associate degree path to BSN

Job description

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Inc. in Memphis, TN seeks a Pediatric Oncology Nurse to join the Infusion Center. The 36 hours/week day shift (10:00–22:30, M-F) includes rotating weekends and holidays. RN required; BSN within 3 years for internal candidates; BLS required; PALS/ACLS preferred.

Compassionate patient education and strong teamwork are essential as you care for children undergoing chemotherapy and other therapies.