Pediatric Hematology Oncology Nurse Practitioner

Company: KIDZ MEDICAL SERVICE.
Location: Miami
Posted on: February 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description SUMMARY: Seeking an experienced Hematology/Oncology APRN to support our brain tumor and sarcoma/solid tumor programs on the Nicklaus Children’s Campus. Under indirect supervision and working interdependently with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers, provides a broad range of nurse practitioner services following established policies and protocols. Performs a variety of functions and technical procedures necessary for patient admission, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, and outcome evaluation. Participates in performance improvement, research, and educational activities. Assists physicians with clinical documentation. Supports inpatient daytime coverage as needed. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Takes initial patient histories and performs physical examinations. Initiates, documents, and communicates the plan of care and follows up to ensure complete screening and preparation of patients. Assists Hematology/Oncology attendings on seeing consults/procedures on hospital floors when needed (including the NICU, PICU, and ED) Assist attendings with multidisciplinary rounds Writes orders for medications, laboratory work, and diagnostic tests. Monitors patients undergoing chemotherapy and immunotherapy. Interprets laboratory and test results. Provides education and continuity/quality of care guidance to rotating pediatric residents on floor Upon discharge, notes discharge summaries, prescriptions, and any referrals on patient charts. Informs patients of the necessary post-discharge care instructions. Provides teaching and emotional support to patients and families. Triages and refers patients for further care based on severity of illness and symptoms. Utilizes written guidelines/protocol for clinical decision making and management. Prepares timely, legible, and complete documentation of all patient care as provided by law, regulation, and established policy. Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights. Applies safety principles as identified by established policy. Participates in continuing education to continually improve skills and abilities and stay abreast of current technologies/practices. Ensures compliance with legal issues including but not limited to patient confidentiality and risk management; ensures compliance with JCAHO, federal, state, and local regulations. Exhibits a high degree of courtesy, tact, and poise when interacting with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals. Adjusts to fluctuating peaks in patient flow, acuity, and other operational demands while maintaining quality. Performs other related duties as assigned by management. QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Florida, required. Holds APHON Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Certification and/or obtaining it within one year of employment. Current BLS certification, PALS certification required. Two to four years nursing experience in a hematology/oncology setting strongly preferred. Ability to understand and adhere to established policies, procedures, and protocols. Demonstrated competence in reacting to and handling emergencies. Able to work collaboratively with multiple health professionals in a busy and complex environment using tact, diplomacy, and discipline. Strong charting/documentation skills. Commitment to excellence and high standards Excellent written and oral communication skills Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills Ability to manage priorities and workflow Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm Acute attention to detail Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds. Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions Bilingual skills a plus. Creative, flexible, and innovative team player COMPETENCIES: Problem Solving Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Teamwork Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Professionalism Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. Quality Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Adaptability Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Dependability Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Initiative Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

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