Registered Nurse - Cancer Center Infusion - Days
About The Position
The Staff Nurse delivers safe and compassionate nursing care for patients by planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized plans of care. The nurse collaborates with nurses, physicians, and other clinical team members to support optimal patient outcomes and continuity of care. This role is based at Edward Hospital in Naperville, Illinois, and may require floating to the Plainfield Infusion Clinic as needed. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, with 8- or 10-hour shifts. Weekend and holiday coverage from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. rotates among staff. The nurse assesses patients, develops and revises care plans, communicates with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary colleagues, and documents care. The role includes patient and family education, support for peers and learners, delegation, and participation in performance improvement and nursing research. The nurse may assist technical staff with clinical procedures and medications, help transport acutely ill patients, and comply with HIPAA regulations.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
- At least 1 year of RN experience.
- BLS/CPR certification issued by the American Heart Association.
- Current Illinois Registered Nurse license.
Nice To Haves
- 1 year of oncology or infusion nursing experience.
- OCN/ONS certification.
Responsibilities
- Develop and revise patient plans of care, interventions, and expected outcomes based on patient progress.
- Assess patients and collect health data from patients, families, and other health care providers.
- Communicate the plan of care with patients and families, respect their wishes, and establish goals collaboratively.
- Communicate patient data to physicians and interdisciplinary team members and document patient data, interventions, and communications.
- Individualize patient and family education based on learning needs, cultural background, learning style, and barriers.
- Teach disease management strategies, emergency care, and drug information when appropriate.
- Identify community resources that support patient self-management.
- Contribute to the professional development of peers, students, and other health care providers by sharing knowledge and providing feedback.
- Assign or delegate tasks as needed.
- Provide psychological support and nurture a compassionate environment.
- Assist technical staff with contrast injections, venipuncture, drug administration, oxygen therapy, and IV management.
- Participate in performance improvement activities and nursing research; support evidence-based care and keep current with relevant practice trends and education.
- If skilled, conduct daily rounds of wound, ostomy, and skin care patients and monitor the effectiveness of related treatment plans.
- Comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Assist with transporting acutely ill patients as needed.
- Float to the Plainfield Infusion Clinic as needed.
- Work rotating weekend and holiday coverage from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Benefits
- Potential eligibility for an Annual Incentive Plan based on organizational performance, for eligible positions.
- Premium pay such as shift, on-call, and holiday pay, for eligible positions.
- Incentive pay for select positions.
- Opportunity for annual performance-based increases.
- Career pathways for professional growth and development.
- Medical, dental, pet, and vision options.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Free parking.
- Wellness Program Savings Plan.
- Health Savings Account options.
- Retirement options with company match.
- Paid time off and holiday pay.
- Community involvement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
