Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Pediatric Hematology / Oncology for a travel nursing job in Norfolk, Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Pediatric Hematology / Oncology
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 09/28/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: Pediatric Hematology Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) at a childrens hospital located in Virginia. This position involves delivering specialized care to pediatric oncology patients, including administering chemotherapy and biotherapy, assessing patient conditions, managing side effects, and providing emotional support to patients and their families. The role requires attentive prioritization skills in a fast-paced inpatient Hematology and Oncology unit.
Job Details:
Schedule: Rotating shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
Required Qualifications: 3 years of experience in an acute and chronic care setting with solid oncology background; APHON Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Provider status; PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) and BLS (Basic Life Support) certifications; valid for flu vaccination with no exemptions.
Preferred Qualifications: Attentiveness to all types of cancer diagnoses; experience administering chemotherapy, blood components, fluid/electrolyte replacements, and oncology treatments; strong prioritization skills in high-pressure environments.
Float: Float rotation may be required.
Additional Information: The inpatient HemOnc unit includes a 16-bed unit with a patient-to-nurse ratio of approximately 3:1 for most patients, possibly fluctuating to 4:1 with med/surg patients; team support includes charge RN, team lead RN, and nursing care partners assisting with clinical tasks.
Benefits The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
Private housing or generous housing allowance
Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
Competitive salaries
Referral bonuses
Travel reimbursement
401(k) retirement plan
Direct deposit/free checking
Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Job ID #1319566. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Pediatric Hematology Oncology
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits
401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
Numbers & Facts
Location
Norfolk, VA
Skills
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
Cancerunmatched
Chemotherapyunmatched
Establish Prioritiesunmatched
Hematologyunmatched
Hospitalunmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Job Requisition Postingunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Oncologyunmatched
Patient Assessmentunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)unmatched
Pediatric Nursingunmatched
Pediatricsunmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Side Effectsunmatched
Team Lead/Managerunmatched
Vaccinationunmatched
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