Registered Nurse I, (Ambulatory) Hematology

Lurie Children's Hospital•Chicago, IL

6d•$36 - $59•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse I provides ambulatory hematology nursing care at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, located at 875 N Michigan (John Hancock). The role works four 9-hour shifts, starting at 8:00 a.m. The preferred candidate has at least two years of RN practice experience in an oncology setting. The RN assesses patients, develops and updates individualized plans of care and teaching plans, delivers care according to procedures and protocols, and responds effectively to emerging situations. The nurse communicates with families and multidisciplinary team members, stays current with nursing practice, incorporates quality initiatives, and works cooperatively to support unit and hospital goals. The role also includes advancing professional learning and following relevant disinfection and sterilization protocols when applicable. A bachelor's degree in nursing or higher, current Illinois RN licensure, and Basic Life Support certification are required. For positions identified as difficult to fill, the CNO may approve hiring a candidate with an associate degree in nursing and equivalent experience in lieu of a BSN or above. Special certifications may be required by the department. The stated pay range is $36.00–$59.40 per hour. Visa sponsorship may be considered for qualified registered nurse candidates, subject to applicable law and business and budgetary limitations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in nursing or higher; for positions identified as difficult to fill, the CNO may approve an associate degree in nursing with equivalent experience in lieu of a BSN or above.
Current licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Illinois.
Basic Life Support certification.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients and families, physicians, and hospital staff.
Special certifications may be required by the department.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of RN practice experience in an oncology setting.

Responsibilities

Perform nursing assessments using a variety of assessment methods and area-specific tools.
Develop or individualize plans of care and goals based on family needs; evaluate and document changes.
Develop or individualize teaching plans and protocols to meet patient and family learning needs, including consideration of preferences and motivation to learn; evaluate and document changes.
Provide nursing care according to procedures and protocols, anticipate potential emergencies, and intervene effectively.
Communicate with families and multidisciplinary team members to identify health care needs, report changes in patient status, and use appropriate referral or consultation resources.
Maintain current nursing practice knowledge using nursing and health care literature for information and problem solving.
Incorporate current hospital and departmental quality initiatives into daily activities.
Follow communication, service excellence, and professional image standards supporting the hospital's mission and philosophy.
Work cooperatively as a team member to support unit and hospital goals.
Identify learning needs and seek resources to advance nursing practice and achieve professional goals.
Perform job functions with a customer-service focus on innovation, service excellence, and teamwork to provide high-quality care and service.
Demonstrate knowledge and competency in applicable chemical disinfection, high-level disinfection, and sterilization protocols.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Employer-paid group term life and disability insurance.
Employer contribution toward a Health Savings Account.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, and paid parental leave.
403(b) plan with a 5% employer match.
Supplemental life, AD&D, and disability coverage.
Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage.
Tuition assistance.
Student loan servicing and support.
Adoption benefits.
Backup childcare and eldercare.
Employee Assistance Program and specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members.
Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities.
Discount purchasing program.
Some hourly employees may receive differentials; the broader rewards package may include health and retirement benefits and wellbeing programs.