Registered Nurse (RN)
About The Position
Illinois CancerCare is seeking a full-time Treatment Nurse (RN) to join their compassionate and collaborative team. This role offers a consistent weekday schedule with no weekends or major holidays, supporting a healthy work-life balance. This specialty is deeply meaningful, allowing nurses to use their clinical expertise and empathy to impact patients and their families. As a Treatment Nurse, you will be part of a mission-driven team providing comprehensive, patient-centered cancer care, working closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, and fellow nurses to deliver life-saving therapies and support patients throughout their treatment journey. Responsibilities include administering chemotherapy, educating families, and responding to urgent needs, acting as a trusted partner in every step of care.
Requirements
- Current Illinois RN license
- 1+ year of clinical nursing experience
- Passion for oncology nursing and patient-centered care
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, emotionally rewarding environment
- Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.
- Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.
- Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs.
- Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
Nice To Haves
- BSN preferred
Responsibilities
- Administering chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and other treatments with precision and adherence to safety protocols.
- Performing clinical procedures such as port flushes, dressing changes, injections, and catheterizations.
- Assessing patients in person and by phone for side effects, toxicities, emergencies, and overall well-being.
- Supporting physicians with diagnostic procedures and reporting thorough nursing assessments.
- Preparing daily treatment schedules and ensuring readiness of teaching materials and clinic resources.
- Maintaining a clean, organized treatment environment and delegating tasks appropriately.
- Responding calmly to emergencies and operating necessary equipment.
- Triaging patient calls and collaborating with team nurses to provide timely support.
- Traveling to satellite clinics 1–2 days per week to extend care across our network.
- Maintaining professional relationships with hospitals, pharmacies, and community partners.
- Staying current with education and obtaining OCN certification within 3 years.
- Upholding HIPAA and safety standards in all aspects of care.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan options)
- Special wellness programs – Maven, HingeHealth, Livongo, Vitality, and Wondr
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
- Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Paid time off and holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discounts through our Perks Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
