Registered Nurse -O/P Oncology 1.0 day

Advocate Aurora Health10 months ago
Chicago, IL, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

This full‑time Registered Nurse position in the 37328 Advocate Christ Medical Center - Cancer Care Services: O/P department requires 40 hours per week. The role involves working four 10‑hour shifts (7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.), one 4‑hour Saturday shift per month (with an additional Saturday of 4 hours in the week of the assigned Saturday), two 8‑hour shifts, and includes a Sunday on‑call rotation every 2‑3 months. Flexibility is necessary to occasionally float to South Suburban and Trinity Infusion Centers to support patient care needs. Candidates must obtain the ONS Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy Provider Certificate within 30 days of hire. The pay range is $37.50 - $56.25.

Key Responsibilities

  • Engage in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence‑based practices.
  • Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care.
  • Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence care outcomes.
  • Uphold a culture of safety and continuously evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes.
  • Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely in accordance with clinical protocols and procedures.
  • Demonstrate effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution while fostering team collaboration and appropriate delegation.
  • Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
  • Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics and practice ethical decision‑making in an interdisciplinary environment.
  • Delegate appropriately to other RNs, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
  • Ensure accurate and timely EHR documentation and be prepared to float to other units as needed.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of age‑appropriate care, growth and development, and patient-specific requirements consistent with departmental policies.

Required Qualifications

  • Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program.
  • Possess an active, unrestricted RN multi‑state compact and/or single‑state license with privileges to practice in the applicable state(s).
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Additional education or certifications may be required based on specialty.
  • Typically requires 1 year of clinical nursing experience.
  • Strong clinical judgment, effective time management, and excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment and proficiency with electronic records and digital platforms.
  • Ability to meet physical demands including walking, standing, lifting up to 35 pounds, and performing patient transfers.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Benefits & Perks

  • Compensation: Base compensation within the listed pay range, premium pay for shift, on‑call duties, and incentive opportunities with annual performance increases.
  • Benefits and more: Includes Paid Time Off programs, health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, and Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability), Flexible Spending Accounts, family benefits (adoption assistance and paid parental leave), defined contribution retirement plans with employer match, and educational assistance.

Required Skills

Care Planning
EHR Documentation
Registered Nursing
Patient Assessment
Effective Communication
Critical Thinking
Medication Administration
Time Management