Salary of a Pediatric Oncology Nurse

Pediatric oncology nursing is a relatively small niche for highly specialized registered nurses. The salary website, PayScale.com, does not have data for this particular specialty but reveals that an oncology nurse typically makes between $52,000 and $98,000 per year, with a median salary of $70,000. A pediatric nurse earns a median salary of $61,000 annually. 

Salary estimates provided by the site Glassdoor.com align with PayScale.com’s data and are specific to pediatric oncology: they report that a pediatric oncology nurse can expect an average annual base salary of $65,870, plus an average additional cash compensation of just over $1,000. 

Certification could make a difference in your pay and help distinguish you from other candidates. A 2018 Medscape salary survey indicated certified nurses had an average annual income that was $7,000 higher than non-certified nurses. 

Another way to earn more as a pediatric oncology nurse is to take your skills on the road. A career as a travel nurse will let you experience new places and meet new people, all while earning a competitive salary. You’ll also receive free housing or a housing stipend, day one health insurance, and more. 

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