Oncology Infusion Nurse

Advocate Health

4d•$38 - $57

About The Position

The Oncology Infusion Nurse provides nursing care to oncology infusion patients, using the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care in partnership with patients and families. The nurse monitors patient conditions, adapts care plans, coordinates resources, and collaborates with the care team to support positive outcomes. The role includes safe medication, treatment, and therapy administration as appropriate, accurate and timely EHR documentation, and care tailored to patients’ age-specific needs. This is a full-time position working four 10-hour shifts per week, typically from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. A monthly Saturday rotation is required from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; during that rotation week, the schedule consists of two 8-hour shifts, two 10-hour shifts, and one 4-hour Saturday shift. Team members also participate in a Sunday on-call rotation approximately every 1–2 months to support antibiotic infusion patients. An ONS Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate is required; candidates who do not hold it must obtain it within 30 days of hire. The position may require floating to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities in the designated service area. The role requires frequent physical activity, including sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching, and twisting. The nurse must be able to lift and support 35 pounds, push or pull with 30 pounds of force, and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present. The work may involve exposure to hazardous substances, blood, body fluids, and communicable diseases, requiring protective equipment as appropriate. Physical Abilities Testing may be required. The listed pay range is $38.20–$57.30. Advocate Health describes compensation and benefits that may include paid time off; medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability coverage; flexible spending accounts; adoption assistance and paid parental leave; employer-matched retirement plans; educational assistance; and career development and well-being programs. Eligibility may depend on FTE or employment status.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
Typically, at least 1 year of clinical nursing experience.
Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
Time-management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Proficiency with computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
ONS Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate; candidates without it must obtain it within 30 days of hire.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds; push or pull with 30 pounds of force; and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures.
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines and perform physical safety interventions, including restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
Ability to use protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, or communicable disease.
Ability to work the stated shift schedule, monthly Saturday rotation, and Sunday on-call rotation.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Engage in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
Use 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 outcomes.
Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
Evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed.
Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflict, foster team collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
Follow the ANA Code of Ethics, make ethical decisions, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
Maintain accurate and timely EHR documentation.
Provide care appropriate to patients’ ages and developmental needs, following departmental policies and procedures.
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required.
Participate in the monthly Saturday rotation and the approximately every-1–2-month Sunday on-call rotation.