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Pediatric Oncology Nurse II - Kay 4 Day Weekend

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Memphis, Tennessee

$31.5–$55/hr

About $66k–$114k/yr

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Posted Jul 31, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 1, 2026

What this might mean for you

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is a specialty hospital, so the case mix runs deep rather than wide. The posted pay pencils out to roughly $66k–$114k a year. The schedule rotates — ask early how far out they post it; that answer tells you a lot.

What the posting states

Shift
Rotating
Patient load & staffing
Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:1

Worth asking

  • Can you walk me through the base pay range and differentials?
  • What are the weekend, holiday, call, and rotation requirements?
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are floating and staffing support handled day to day?

The posting doesn’t answer these. Good ones to ask a recruiter or in the interview.

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About this role

The World's Most Dedicated Never Give Up. Think of what you could achieve if the best possible care was all that mattered. If you had the encouragement and opportunity to truly bond with the patients in your care. And if you could collaborate with the world's brightest scientists, in a bench-to-bedside environment that puts you on the leading edge of clinical breakthroughs for children with cancer, sickle cell, and other life-threatening diseases. It's possible at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. As a clinical professional with us, you'll be part of a team that gives our all to make a difference in the lives of patients with the rarest of conditions. All while receiving the resources and support you need to advance your career and be the force behind the cures. Kay 4 supports patients with hematology disorders or leukemia and lymphoma disease at St. Jude. Be a part of caring for patients in the most current protocol enrollments that will revolutionize treatment for hematology and leukemia/lymphoma disease. Kay 4 is a 17-bed unit that offers small nurse to patient ratios.
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Come join a prestigious nursing team who provides the highest quality of care, every day! This job will consist of three • 12 hour shifts with assigned Saturday/Sunday and alternating holiday requirements.

Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required; BSN required with completion of 18 months of clinical nursing experience; St. Jude or other RN experience required; Intermediate pediatric assessment, critical thinking, and pain assessment skills; Some experience in pediatric or oncology nursing; Working knowledge of research protocols; Strong knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to any age-related needs of the patients served; Strong knowledge of the principles of growth and development for all ages served; Strong ability to assess and interpret age specific data about the patient's status; Strong clinical nursing, interpersonal, and patient education skills; Proven performance in earlier role; BLS required; PALS or ACLS preferred; Current Tennessee State Board of Nursing license or Nurse Licensure Compact state license required; CPHON preferred; OCN preferred

About the employer

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St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Specialty Hospital

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is located in Memphis, Tennessee, and specializes in pediatric hematology and oncology care. The institution integrates clinical practice with a research-oriented approach, offering nursing professionals the opportunity to engage in evidence-based critical care for children…

1:1 nurse-to-patient

What reviewers appreciate

  • 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratio in the ICU
  • 24/7 dedicated support from Intensivists and Advanced Practice Providers
  • Opportunity to blend critical thinking with a research approach to pediatric oncology/hematology

What reviewers flag

  • High-acuity patient population with complex and life-threatening illnesses may be emotionally demanding
  • 12-hour shift schedule may be physically taxing
  • Emotionally intense work environment caring for critically ill children
research-focusedpediatric specialtycritical carecollaborativeevidence-basedhigh-acuity

Living in Memphis, TN

Memphis blends Southern hospitality with a rich musical heritage along the Mississippi River. Nurses enjoy affordable living, renowned barbecue culture, and vibrant downtown energy. The city's healthcare sector is anchored by major medical centers, offering diverse career opportunities in a metropolis famous for blues, soul, and rock 'n' roll history.

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Metro price level · Memphis area
92.2
8% below the national average
Median gross rent
$1,181/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities

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