Registered Nurse- Pediatric Oncology, Day *NEW UNIT EXPANSION*

Memorial Hermann Health System; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System is launching a dedicated Pediatric Oncology Unit at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital to serve the Greater Houston area.

The RN will work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver compassionate, high-quality pediatric oncology care, focusing on safety, education, and family-centered experiences. This role supports growth in a new unit and excellence in patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years pediatric and/or oncology nursing experience.
• BSN required or willingness to enroll in a BSN program.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• PALS and APHON certification preferred, or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Delivers safe and appropriate care to pediatric patients within oncology services.
• Collaborates with physicians and healthcare team to deliver patient care using nursing process.
• Performs nursing assessments, assists with exams and treatments, educates patients/families, and maintains medical records.
• Coordinates treatment plans and develops/discharges/transfer plans; participates in program evaluation and quality improvements.

Skills

Pediatric Oncology Nursing

RN Nursing Experience

BLS Certification

PALS/APHON Certification (preferred)

Education

BSN required or enrollment in BSN program

Job description

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Exciting News! Brand-New Unit Is Coming to Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital! Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital is expanding its services with the introduction of a dedicated Pediatric Oncology Unit, anticipated to open in Summer 2027! This new 12-bed unit will expand upon our existing oncology services within the Children’s Special Care Unit, allowing us to further enhance our specialized care for pediatric patients and families throughout the Greater Houston area.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of pediatric and/or oncology nursing experience
• BSN required or willingness to enroll in a BSN program
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses (APHON) certification preferred, or willingness to obtain certification within 6 months of hire

Be part of something new. Help shape the future of pediatric oncology care at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital! Collaborates with the physician and healthcare team in the delivery of patient care, utilizing the nursing process. Provides professional nursing care to patients, including conducting nursing assessments, assisting with exams and treatment, patient education, and maintenance of medical records.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing; Bachelors of Nursing preferred Licenses/Certifications: Current State of Texas license or temporary/compact license to practice professional nursing Certified in Basic Life Support Additional certifications may be required based on discipline and/or nursing unit requirements Experience / Knowledge / Skills: RN I <1 year RN II = 1-3 years RN III = 3-10 years RN IV = 10+ years

MHHS hires RNs based on years of experience groupings (i.e. newly licensed RN [working under the supervision of RN clinical preceptor], less than 1 year, 1-3 years, 3 to 10 and 10+).

Principal Accountabilities

Delivers safe and appropriate care to patients, according to the nursing skills inventory and the age and needs of the patient/population served.

Coordinates the planning for the delivery of nursing care with an interdisciplinary team and administers appropriate clinical decisions in the delivery of patient care.

Collaborates with, directs, and may delegate to the healthcare team in the attainment of positive outcomes based on data, research, evidence, and professional standards of care.

Coordinates treatment plans; develops/implements discharge and/or transfer plans.

Participates in a systemic, interdisciplinary, and ongoing evaluation of programs, process improvement and desired client-centered outcomes.

Considers the diverse needs of each patient through the entire continuum of care, providing and ensuring the highest level of service according to established service standards, optimizing the patient experience.

Adheres to all regulatory and Texas Board of Nursing standards.

Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards, within budgetary specifications, including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.

Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; may serve as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.

Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences.

Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.

Perform(s) other duties as assigned. Together, we’re creating an environment where exceptional care can flourish. It starts with you.