RN (Medical Oncology)-Safe Handling
About The Position
The RN in Medical Oncology is responsible for professional nurse-level responsibility and accountability for Cancer Center patients. The position includes participating in medical surveillance screening before starting, while performing, and upon exiting the position to minimize potential adverse health effects from hazardous drugs handled in the job. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, on the first shift, in the Medical Oncology department. Starting pay is based on experience, with an estimated compensation range of $35.43 to $54.92.
Requirements
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
- Illinois RN license (RN-Registered Nurse, Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation).
- BLS or CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
Responsibilities
- Collect pertinent patient health or situation data and recognize normal and abnormal findings.
- Assist with the Cancer Center quality improvement plan.
- Document care and service in accordance with the current Plan for Provision of Care, systems, and protocols.
- Process patient charges for procedures and supplies correctly.
- Plan and evaluate assigned patient care in collaboration with appropriate disciplines.
- Analyze assessment data to determine actual or potential diagnoses, problems, and issues.
- Evaluate progress toward goals and outcomes, and report relevant data and outcomes to physicians or other disciplines.
- Handle, administer, and dispose of chemotherapeutic agents properly, taking precautions for potential hazards.
- Respond to patient phone calls for education or reassurance.
- Implement care and supervise care delivered by other team members in alignment with the plan of care and approved safety and infection-control standards.
- Pursue required knowledge and skills through unit-specific orientation, in-service programs, current literature, and clinical learning opportunities, in collaboration with the Leader/Director.
- Maintain a timely patient schedule.
- Maintain composure when dealing with unpleasant or unsuccessful patient outcomes related to disease processes.
- Identify expected outcomes for individualized patient plans.
- Develop plans prescribing strategies to attain expected, measurable outcomes.
- Provide patients and families with psychosocial support related to diagnosis and treatment.
- Establish effective working relationships with peers, physicians, and other health care team members; identify and consult appropriate resources regarding patient care decisions.
- Use teaching strategies to promote health and a safe environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
