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RESOURCE NURSE - BONE MARROW TRANSPLANT - NIGHTS - 10028319

Duarte, CA

City of Hope is an independent biomedical research and treatment center for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases. 

Founded in 1913, City of Hope is a leader in bone marrow transplantation and immunotherapy such as CAR T cell therapy. City of Hope’s translational research and personalized treatment protocols advance care throughout the world. Human synthetic insulin, monoclonal antibodies and numerous breakthrough cancer drugs are based on technology developed at the institution. AccessHope™, a wholly owned subsidiary, was launched in 2019 and is dedicated to serving employers and their health care partners by providing access to City of Hope’s exceptional cancer expertise. 

A National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center and a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, City of Hope is ranked among the nation’s “Best Hospitals” in cancer by U.S. News & World Report and received Magnet Recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Its main campus is located near Los Angeles, with additional locations throughout Southern California and in Arizona.


Pay Rate: $59.57 - $86.37 per hour

Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.

Position Summary

The Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) unit provides comprehensive care to patients undergoing bone marrow transplantation. BMT is a complex procedure often used to treat various hematologic malignancies, genetic disorders, and certain autoimmune diseases. In addition to providing standard chemotherapy/immunotherapy treatments for hematological malignancies, this unit also provides CAR T therapy for a variety of diseases. There is a wide variety of clinical trial patients and collaboration with the clinical research nurses to infuse study drugs. The unit is designed to provide a supportive environment for patients undergoing transplantation, from pre-transplant evaluation to post-transplant recovery and long-term follow-up.

The Resource Nurse is a vital part of the healthcare team, dedicated to maintaining continuous and high-quality patient care by providing scheduled breaks and relief coverage for staff nurses. This role ensures that patient care is uninterrupted and that nursing staff can take necessary breaks, maintaining their well-being and productivity. The Resource Nurse will step in to cover various assignments, adapting quickly to different patient care needs and environments. This position requires flexibility, strong clinical skills, and the ability to work effectively with diverse teams and patient populations.

As a successful candidate, you will:

  • Provide relief coverage for meal and rest periods for staff assigned to care for patients
  • Ensure seamless continuation of patient care during nurse breaks and absences
  • Monitor and assess patient conditions, administer medications, and perform necessary treatments
  • Communicate effectively with nursing staff, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records during relief coverage
  • Support nursing staff by addressing immediate patient care needs and resolving any issues that arise during coverage
  • Understand and apply the City of Hope Code of Conduct, Code of Organizational Ethics, policies, procedures, performance and quality improvement objectives

Your qualifications should include:

  • Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s degree in Nursing is required
  • Current California RN license
  • More than three (3) years related nursing experience 
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR Card through American Heart Association

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, please click here.

To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please click here.

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