The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center Pediatrics Department encompasses a network of hospitals, clinics and community-based services that are integrally linked through education and research to apply advanced medical science to the patients they serve and an abiding concern for the well-being of children to improve and restore health for New Mexico’s youngest residents. The Pediatric Hematology/Oncology group is one of two COG affiliated pediatric practices in the state of New Mexico. We offer an opportunity to work in a range of clinical, academic, research, and/or community settings.

The Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology is seeking one full-time Specialty Nurse to work with our pediatric oncology patients. This person will be responsible for the following: planning and implementing inpatient and outpatient nursing care by organizing patient treatment plans, prepping for clinic visits, triaging phone calls from families/patients and physicians both within UNM and from outside UNM. They will also coordinate care for our patients with other specialists, arrange for follow-ups following discharge from inpatient unit or clinic, work with the Clinical Researchers on clinical trials, and provide education to our patients and families on their cancers/disorder and provide instruction on proper treatment and care.

The University of New Mexico’s total compensation package includes an exceptional paid leave program (approximately 30 days per year), healthcare options, employee & family education discounts (spouses, domestic partners, and dependents), discounts for athletic and theater events, corporate discounts at local businesses, flexible spending accounts, health promotion programs, use of sports facilities & rental equipment, and discount rates at both of UNM’s two highly rated golf course.

See the Position Description for additional information.

• Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.
• CPR Certified.
• May be required to submit to annual TB and rubella screening.
• UNM will provide Hepatitis vaccination, candidate may decline vaccination through declination form or may provide record of vaccination from previous employer.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.

Bachelor's degree in Nursing or a related clinical field; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.Certification/LicensureState of New Mexico Licensed Registered Nurse or licensure pending as documented by temporary licensure OR current RN licensure from a state participating in the multistate privilege to practice compact with New Mexico.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

• Pediatric nursing experience
• Experience with patients with chronic illness.
• More than 1 year of recent experience in nursing
• Nursing skills that include drawing blood, starting IVs (preferably in a pediatric setting), knowledge of medications and indications, nursing assessment, and triage skills.
• Outpatient case management experience.
• Spanish speaking

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Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.