Currently recruiting a Registered Nurse - Pediatric Oncology Clinic to provide specialized outpatient nursing services at the Pediatric Oncology Clinic at Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC) in San Antonio, Texas. This position supports pediatric hematology and oncology patients within a military treatment facility serving active duty service members, military families, retirees, and other eligible beneficiaries. The clinic operates Monday through Friday with 8-hour shifts scheduled between 6: 00 a.M. And 6: 00 p.M. This opportunity is ideal for experienced Pediatric Oncology Registered Nurses seeking a federal healthcare nursing position in a collaborative specialty clinic.
DUTIES OF THE REGISTERED NURSE - PEDIATRIC ONCOLOGY CLINIC:
- Perform the full range of Registered Nurse duties within the scope of clinical privileges granted by Brooke Army Medical Center.
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including medical, family, social, and developmental histories.
- Develop, implement, evaluate, and document individualized nursing care plans for pediatric hematology and oncology patients.
- Provide direct patient care, including medication administration, intravenous therapies, treatments, and ongoing patient monitoring.
- Assess patient and family learning needs and provide education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and supportive care.
- Recognize and respond appropriately to medical emergencies by initiating appropriate life-saving interventions.
- Administer medications within the scope of practice and in accordance with established clinical protocols.
- Perform diagnostic procedures and other nursing interventions as authorized.
- Supervise and appropriately delegate nursing care activities to Licensed Vocational Nurses and unlicensed personnel.
- Communicate effectively with physicians and the interdisciplinary healthcare team regarding patient status and plan of care.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation in the electronic medical record.
- Adhere to infection prevention and control policies and established patient safety standards.
- Operate and maintain specialized patient care equipment appropriate to the assigned clinical setting.
- Participate in required meetings, mandatory training, continuing education, and quality improvement activities.
- Adapt to changing patient care needs while maintaining high standards of compassionate, family-centered care.
QUALIFICATIONS OF THE REGISTERED NURSE - PEDIATRIC ONCOLOGY CLINIC: Required
- Associate Degree in Nursing from a college or university accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
- Current, active, unrestricted Registered Nurse license from any U.S. State, territory, District of Columbia, or U.S. Jurisdiction.
- Minimum of one year of Registered Nurse experience within the last two years following graduation.
- Minimum of one year of experience within the last two years, post-graduation, working in Hematology/Oncology.
- Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
- Successful completion of the Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses (APHON) certified course.
- Meet all continuing medical education requirements applicable to the position.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen for access to U.S. Government networks.
- Must successfully complete government credentialing requirements.
- Must maintain an active Tier 1 background investigation before beginning services and throughout the contract.
- Must meet all occupational health requirements, including physical examination, tuberculosis screening, required immunizations, and annual influenza vaccination before in-processing.
- Must complete all government-required orientation and mandatory training.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
- Competitive pay
- 10 days paid time off per year plus 7 sick days per year
- 11 paid Federal holidays
- Health & Welfare allowance covers the cost of health insurance, long and short-term disability, and life insurance
- Dental and vision plans offered, 401(k)
ABOUT THE ARORA GROUP: The Arora Group is an award-winning, Joint Commission-certified nationwide healthcare services company that has supported the health care needs of the men and women who serve our country, their families, and veterans since 1989. We connect skilled healthcare professionals with meaningful opportunities to serve military and federal healthcare communities while continuing to grow their careers in mission-driven clinical environments.
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