RN - Peds Oncology

Cynet HealthStaff; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet HealthStaff is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for Pediatric Oncology to support pediatric patients undergoing chemotherapy and infusion therapy. The role emphasizes safety, accurate medication administration, and coordination with an interdisciplinary team.

The position requires MN RN licensure or MN Temp Permit, BLS and PALS certification, and experience with pediatric hematology/oncology care. Duration is 16 weeks with day shift and 8-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• MN RN license or MN Temp Permit-RN required.
• BLS, PALS, Pediatric Chemotherapy & Biotherapy Provider Course completion within past 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Assess pediatric patients before, during, and after chemotherapy/infusion treatments.
• Administer chemotherapy, blood products, and supportive medications safely.
• Monitor for side effects and adverse reactions; intervene promptly.
• Manage central lines (ports, PICCs) and maintain sterile technique.
• Provide pain, symptom, and supportive care; educate patients and families.
• Collaborate with oncologists and interdisciplinary teams; document care accurately.

Skills

Pediatric assessment

Chemotherapy administration

Blood product administration

Central line care

Sterile technique

Pain management

Family education

Emotional support

Documentation

Education

RN degree (BSN)

Job description

RN - Peds Oncology

Profession: Registered Nurse

Specialty: Pediatric Infusion

Duration: 16 weeks

Shift: Day

Hours per Shift: 8 hours

Experience: 2 years of nursing experience working with pediatric Hematology/Oncology patient population

License: MN RN license or MN Temp Permit-RN

Certifications: BLS, PALS, Pediatric Chemotherapy & Biotherapy Provider Course completion through APHON or equivalent within past 5 years

Must-Have:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursingAbility to assess pediatric patients before, during, and after chemotherapy/infusion treatmentsExperience in administering chemotherapy, blood products, and supportive medications safelySkills in monitoring for side effects and adverse reactions and intervening promptlyProficient in managing central lines (ports, PICCs) and maintaining sterile techniqueCapability to provide pain, symptom, and supportive care (nausea, fatigue, etc.)Experience in educating patients and families about treatments, side effects, and home careAbility to offer emotional support to children and caregiversSkills in collaborating with oncologists and interdisciplinary teamsProficient in documenting care, medication administration, and patient responses accurately

Description:The RN will assess pediatric patients before, during, and after chemotherapy and infusion treatments.They will administer chemotherapy, blood products, and supportive medications safely.Monitoring for side effects and adverse reactions and intervening promptly is essential.The RN will manage central lines, including ports and PICCs, while maintaining sterile technique.They will provide pain, symptom, and supportive care for various conditions.Educating patients and families about treatments, side effects, and home care is a key responsibility.Emotional support for children and caregivers is an important aspect of care.The RN will collaborate with oncologists and interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care.Accurate documentation of care, medication administration, and patient responses is required.