Registered Nurse - Pediatric Oncology

Aura Health; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Aura Health in Newark, NJ seeks a Pediatric Oncology Registered Nurse to provide specialized bedside care for children undergoing cancer treatment, primarily on night shifts. You will administer medications, monitor patients, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team.

The role emphasizes family education, infection-control adherence, and responsive assessment of clinical changes in a high-acuity pediatric oncology setting.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed RN with pediatric oncology experience preferred.
• Strong clinical skills in medication administration, IV therapy, and patient monitoring.
• Excellent communication and compassionate patient support abilities.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of pediatric safety and infection-control standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide bedside care to children undergoing cancer treatment, mainly during night shifts.
• Administer medications, IV infusions, and blood transfusions.
• Monitor and document vital signs and clinical changes.
• Assist providers with exams and diagnostic tests.
• Follow pediatric safety and infection-control protocols.
• Educate and support patients and families.
• Coordinate care with the clinical team for comprehensive management.

Skills

Pediatric oncology

Medication administration

IV therapy

Patient monitoring

Communication

Compassionate care

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Infection control

Education

RN license

Job description

Role: Pediatric Oncology Registered Nurse

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized bedside care to children undergoing cancer treatment, primarily during night shifts.
• Administer medications, IV infusions, and blood transfusions.
• Monitor and document vital signs and clinical changes.
• Assist healthcare providers with exams and diagnostic tests.
• Follow pediatric safety and infection-control protocols.
• Offer education and compassionate support to patients and their families.
• Coordinate care with the wider clinical team to ensure comprehensive patient management.

Qualifications And Skills

• Licensed Registered Nurse with pediatric oncology experience preferred.
• Strong clinical skills in medication administration, IV therapy, and patient monitoring.
• Excellent communication and compassionate patient support abilities.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of pediatric safety and infection-control standards.