This RN ambulatory role involves providing primary nursing care in pediatric hematology/oncology, including administering chemotherapies, biologics, antibiotics, and performing phlebotomy and central line care.
- Responsibilities include checking chemotherapy orders, patient/family education, triaging calls, scheduling transfusions, and reporting critical values.
- Under physician or APP supervision, the nurse assesses and documents patient history, vital signs, and performs physical exams.
- Administers medications, participates in procedures, reviews test results, and facilitates patient communication.
- Ensures compliance with regulatory policies, educates new staff, and maintains current knowledge through ongoing education.
- Qualifications include an associate’s degree, NYS RN license, CPR certification, and strong communication skills. Experience with electronic health records is preferred.
