RN - Chemotherapy - Hematology-Oncology

Christie Clinic•Champaign, IL

1d•$35 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

Christie Clinic's Hematology-Oncology department is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse - Chemotherapy at its University clinic in Champaign, Illinois. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with no night or weekend requirements. The nurse will provide professional nursing care to clinic patients according to established standards and practices, safely administer chemotherapeutic agents in the chemotherapy suite, and provide case management for patients receiving oral chemotherapy. The role includes administering medications and treatments as prescribed, preparing equipment and assisting providers during treatment, examination, or testing, monitoring and reporting patient conditions and reactions, and serving as a liaison between patients and providers. The nurse also educates patients and families, responds to triage calls using nursing assessment, and administers IVs for chemotherapy and/or performs phlebotomy. A current ONS chemotherapy/biotherapy provider card is required, or must be obtained within six months of employment. The position offers an estimated hourly pay range of $35.08 to $48.23; final offers depend on factors including skills, experience, and qualifications. A sign-on bonus is available.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
Evidence of annual completion of health-related courses and/or seminars, documented with a certificate and/or CEUs.
Possession of an Illinois State Registered Nurse License.
CPR certification.
Current ONS chemotherapy/biotherapy provider card, or ability to obtain one within six months of employment.
Ability to meet the role’s physical demands, including lifting up to 75 pounds, and the stated hearing, vision, and manual-dexterity requirements.

Nice To Haves

Hospital or ambulatory nursing experience.
Professional nursing experience with hematology-oncology populations.
Chemotherapy administration skills.
Professional nursing experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards and provider direction.
Prepare equipment and assist providers during patient treatment, examinations, and testing.
Observe, record, and report patients’ conditions and reactions to medications or treatments to the provider.
Act as a liaison between patients and providers regarding complaints, concerns, and related matters.
Instruct patients and families about medications, treatment instructions, and patient education.
Respond to triage calls using nursing assessment.
Administer IVs for chemotherapy and/or perform phlebotomy.
Provide professional case management for patients receiving oral chemotherapy.
Perform related work as directed by the coordinator and as required.