Registered Nurse

The US Oncology Network • Crystal Lake, IL

23d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, provides professional nursing care for patients in accordance with national and company standards and specialty regulations. Demonstrates knowledge of physiological, psychological, developmental, and age-specific differences among patients, including late adolescents, adults, middle-aged patients, and older adults. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to assess and manage patient and family needs therapeutically. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including its Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

The role includes planning, coordinating, delivering, and documenting patient care; administering therapies under physician direction; supporting clinical operations; and collaborating with patients, families, providers, and other clinical staff. The position is part-time and PRN in Crystal Lake, Illinois. The hourly range is $28–$39.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited professional nursing education program.
• Hold an RN state license and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in the practicing state.
• Maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Maintain continuing education requirements.
• 3–5 years of nursing experience, including at least one year in oncology preferred, as stated under Business Experience.
• Ability to meet the role's physical demands, including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, eye-hand coordination, and standing and walking for extensive periods.
• Corrected vision and hearing within the normal range.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• At least one year of oncology nursing experience preferred.
• Oncology certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate, and promote continuity of care consistent with established standards and practices.
• Interview patients about their current health status and medical history, assess their health, and collect and record nursing assessments and interventions.
• Review and report health assessments, physical examinations, laboratory and radiographic data, and psychosocial assessments to the provider.
• Assess patient and family needs and provide teaching and instructional materials, as well as psychosocial support.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Prepare and administer therapies under the direction and supervision of a physician.
• Administer medications and blood products using the correct product, dosage, route, time, and technique.
• Ensure required pre-authorizations and consent forms are obtained before therapy administration, where applicable.
• Facilitate dose modifications by assessing patients and laboratory results, consulting protocols or treatment plans, calculating doses, and consulting physicians about dosage changes, problems, and symptom management.
• Perform venipuncture; access implanted ports; and maintain central-line catheter devices.
• Maintain accurate documentation of assigned patient care and treatments.
• Apply knowledge of reimbursement procedures and charge capture.
• Maintain the work environment, restock supplies, follow OSHA guidelines for handling cytotoxic agents and biohazardous or potentially blood-borne-pathogen-infected materials, maintain disinfection protocols, and maintain equipment according to quality-control standards.
• Facilitate clinical operations and patient care, including managing medication refill requests from the pharmacy telephone line and recording information in patient charts.
• Assist physicians with examinations and procedures and maintain efficient patient flow in and out of exam rooms.
• Facilitate and schedule consultations, pre-testing, diagnostic tests or procedures, referrals, and future appointments.
• Triage patient phone calls as needed and document relevant information in patient charts.
• Facilitate communication between patients or families and the interdisciplinary team and coordinate services related to patient care, as needed.
• Assist patients in locating available community resources.
• Assist and collaborate with clinical research.
• Act as a resource to LPNs/LVNs and medical assistants.
• Provide nursing coverage for satellite offices as needed.
• Serve as a mentor or preceptor and provide day-to-day guidance to less experienced nurses.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Participate in professional development and maintain current oncology nursing knowledge through ongoing educational opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree