Why Choose Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nursing?
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology nursing is a career with multiple opportunities. It is a profession that demands broad knowledge (art and science of nursing), strong critical thinking/problem solving/decision making skills, and a high degree of compassion and sensitivity for children, adolescents, young adults, their families and their community. In return you will experience an overwhelming sense of respect, appreciation for your service and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others. Pediatric hematology/oncology nursing is a dynamic and evolving discipline that is based on knowledge derived from theory, research and practice. It is not only the knowledge that the pediatric nurse acquires but the application of this knowledge and the ability to artfully apply it to the care of a child, adolescent and/or young adult (AYA). From playfully getting a child to take their medicine to saving their life through critical thinking, the pediatric hematology/oncology nurse is maki
