Registered Nurse – Pediatric Oncology

Description
A Brief Overview
The pediatric oncology/hematology division is designed to accommodate 20 patients, providing medical care to patients who are immunocompromised. This includes care for babies, children, teens and young adults with cancer and blood disorders. A range of services and an individualized treatment plan are provided and treatment tailored for the specific cancer type and stage, and to meet the patients unique needs.
Conditions We Treat
Our team of cancer specialists are focused on lifesaving therapies to treat many types of childhood cancer. From recognizing brain tumor symptoms to providing advanced stem cell transplant care, our expertise in childhood cancer care is comprehensive.
Pediatric cancers we treat include:
Bone cancer (including osteosarcoma and Ewing sarcoma)
Brain tumors and spinal cord tumors
Leukemia
Lymphoma (including both Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin)
Neuroblastoma (cancer of adrenal glands)
Retinoblastoma (eye cancer)
Rhabdomyosarcoma (muscle cancer)
Wilms tumor (kidney cancer)
Additional Responsibilities
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
Equal Opportunity Employer — minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity