Clinical Assistant Hematology/Oncology Unit

• Job Summary
  • Works under the supervision of RNs and LPNs to provide assistive care and communication for patients, team members, professional, and technical staff, and visitors.
• Education
  • High school diploma or equivalent. Candidate must have at least one of the following:
    • Six months of patient care experience within the last two years.
    • Enrolled in a medical related college program and in clinical rotation.
    • CNA,CMA, PCT or EMT certification.
  • Candidates who are a graduate of an accredited nursing program waiting on NCLEX re-testing will also be considered for this position.
• Experience
• Licensures, Certifications, and/or Registries
  • Current BLS certification required.

Additional Information

Children’s of Alabama's pediatric Hematology / Oncology department proudly serves a diversity of patient populations throughout the Southeastern United States. Patients’ ages typically range from birth through adolescence with a variety of hematological and oncological disorders. The Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Unit 24 beds and is located in the Quarterback Tower of the Benjamin Russell Hospital for Children in Birmingham, Alabama.
The Pediatric Hematology / Oncology Division prides itself in innovation, teamwork, commitment, compassion, understanding and clinical excellence. This unique acute care department boasts a team of professionals dedicated to improving the lives of these incredible children who may be struggling with both health and developmental related issues. Children’s of Alabama's pediatric Hematology / Oncology Division is recognized as a Center of Excellence in the delivery of progressive therapies to our children struggling with their battle against cancer.
The pediatric Hematology / Oncology department provides many professional opportunities for our nurses such as a comprehensive orientation program, continuing education opportunities, mentoring programs, preceptorships and many others. Our nurses are encouraged to grow positively both personally and professionally and mentored in that process.