Registered Nurse II-Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Clinic SJCH

About the role

The Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Outpatient Infusion Clinic at Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) is seeking a compassionate, highly skilled nursing professional to join our team. This position offers specialized care to children and adolescents with complex hematologic and oncologic conditions, providing comprehensive, family-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a fast-paced, outpatient setting.
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, social workers, child life specialists, care coordinators, research teams, and ancillary support staff to deliver comprehensive care.
• Administer chemotherapy, biotherapy, blood products, infusion therapies, and supportive treatments as per physician orders.
• Assist with patient education and counseling regarding their medical condition and treatment plan.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop care plans.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and procedures, including infection control protocols.
• Document patient care accurately and timely in accordance with hospital standards.

Requirements

• A Bachelor of Nursing degree preferred.
• A minimum of one year of work experience as a registered nurse required.
• Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing or a compact state.
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.
• Current APHON Chemotherapy/Biotherapy provider certification issued by APHON required if administering chemotherapy within one year of hire or transfer to the Outpatient Oncology/Infusion department.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of nursing experience as a registered nurse preferred.
• Chemotherapy/Outpatient Infusion experience preferred.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in computer systems used for patient care documentation.

Benefits

Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) offers competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development.

Pay

The pay rate for this position is $XX.XX per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

This position is generally scheduled Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with no nights, holidays, or weekends.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to sit for extended periods.
• Ability to walk for extended periods.
• Ability to climb stairs occasionally.
• Ability to work indoors.
• Ability to work outdoors in temperature extremes infrequently.
• Ability to work from elevated areas frequently.
• Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces frequently.
• Ability to perform pinching operations frequently.
• Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands continuously.
• Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands continuously.
• Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands continuously.
• Ability to reach overhead frequently.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders continuously.
• Ability to fully use both legs continuously.
• Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination frequently.
• Ability to reach in all directions continuously.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted infrequently.
• Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted infrequently.
• Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. infrequently.
• Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force frequently.
• Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes continuously.
• Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance continuously.
• Ability to match or discriminate between colors continuously.
• Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception continuously.
• Good peripheral vision capabilities continuously.
• Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction continuously.
• Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements continuously.
• Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations continuously.
• Ability to work rotating shifts frequently.
• Ability to work overtime as required frequently.
• Ability to work in a latex-safe environment continuously.
• Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions continuously.
• Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function continuously (for selected positions).
• Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required continuously (for selected positions).

Additional Information

MUSC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. MUSC participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.