RN - Medical Oncology Specialty Unit

Carle Health • Normal, IL

18h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Registered Nurse (RN) on a Medical Oncology Specialty Unit. The unit has 30 beds and serves patients aged 18 and older. The nurse-to-patient ratio is typically 4-6 patients per RN. The department offers support from the Oncology Nursing Society, education and resources, an Active Department Shared Governance, and a Mentor/Mentee Program. Frequent nursing skills and equipment used include oncology skill sets (inpatient chemotherapy and radiation), palliative and end-of-life care, and general medical patients. The role involves administering chemotherapy/biotherapy throughout the hospital.

Requirements

• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)
• Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
• College Diploma: Nursing
• RN with >1 year of experience

Nice To Haves

• BSN Bonus $2500 (External applicants and RN >1yr)

Responsibilities

• Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service.
• Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice.
• Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.
• Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs.
• Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures.
• Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.
• Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.
• Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues.
• Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base.
• Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.
• Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.
• Appropriately perform patient care duties such as: head-to-toe assessments, start IVs, insert NG tubes, dressing changes, administer medications, insert foley catheters.
• Access Mediports and maintain port throughout the shift.
• Must maintain documentation standards as evidenced by passed quarterly chart audits.
• Provide emotional support to patients and their families.
• Administer Chemotherapy/Biotherapy to patients not only on the Oncology unit but also throughout the hospital.

Benefits

• $10,000 Sign on Bonus (3yr Commitment)
• $5,000 Relocation for >100miles
• $2500 Relocation for 50miles to 100miles
• Oncology Nursing Society support education and resources
• Active Department Shared Governance
• Mentor/Mentee Program for New Grads and for those looking for Oncology Nursing Certification
• Comprehensive benefits package

What This Job Offers

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