Registered Nurse MedSurg Oncology
About The Position
Unit 541 is a medical-surgical oncology unit at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, committed to delivering exceptional, relationship-based, patient-centered care to adults with complex medical and oncologic needs. The hospital is pursuing its fifth Magnet Recognition Program designation, exemplifying nursing excellence through a strong professional practice model grounded in evidence-based care, quality outcomes, and continuous innovation. Nurses practice in a highly collaborative, interdisciplinary environment, partnering with physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, and supportive care teams to deliver comprehensive, coordinated care across the continuum, including chemotherapy administration, symptom management, palliative care, and hospice transitions. Nurses are empowered to lead and influence practice through shared governance, quality improvement initiatives, and evidence-based practice projects. The unit offers a dynamic learning environment for building advanced clinical judgment, refining complex assessment skills, and developing expertise in oncology nursing, pain and symptom management, and end-of-life care, with a commitment to professional growth, mentorship, continuing education, and support for specialty certification and career advancement. Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, located on Chicago’s North Side, is one of the state’s largest, most comprehensive nonprofit medical centers, nationally recognized for medical expertise, innovative technologies, and dedication to patient safety, quality, and service. It has achieved Magnet designation for excellence in nursing services. At Advocate Health, being a nurse means leading with purpose, compassion, and boldness, joining a unified team committed to lifting others up, embracing innovation, and creating inclusive spaces. Nurses are empowered to think boldly, collaborate with humility, and drive change through fearless curiosity, helping to shape the future of health through bedside care, community involvement, research, and education. The organization values every nurse's voice in shaping culture and improving care.
Requirements
- Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing
- Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association
Nice To Haves
- One year or more of inpatient RN experience strongly preferred
- Previous Charge Nurse experience or strong interest in Charge strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures
- Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and skills communication while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum
Benefits
- Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
