Registered Nurse, Oncology OCC Chicago

Registered Nurse, Oncology OCC Chicago

City of Hope is a leading cancer research and treatment organization dedicated to making hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. With a National Cancer Institute–designated comprehensive cancer center and a network of clinical care locations, including Chicago, City of Hope provides advanced oncology services.

Schedule:

Must be able to work M‑Th, 7:00a‑m to 3:30p‑m; F, 8:00a‑m to 12:30p‑m. No evenings, no weekends, no on‑call.

• Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents the care of ambulatory patients.
• Directs the care delivered by medical assistants and other members of the healthcare team.
• Functions independently while performing patient care in accordance with provider orders and accepted practice standards (ONS and IANS).
• Provides treatments, procedures and other care as prescribed and according to patient care standards and the plan of care.
• Identifies emergency situations and initiates appropriate actions.
• Advocates and coordinates patient care with other health‑care personnel and evaluates patient‑care measures instituted.
• Respects patient rights and manages ethical issues in patient care.
• Consults with the healthcare profession, patient or caregiver regarding patient advocacy and delivery of safe, competent, and quality nursing care.
• Administers medications, chemotherapy, IV fluids and blood products safely and per policy.
• Conducts and reinforces patient education, including treatment plan, financial implications, symptom management, side‑effects, patient and family responsibilities, and available resources.

• Registered Nurse, Illinois license.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• 2 years’ experience in oncology or a related area.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Proof of chemotherapy infusion certification and/or training within 6months of hire.

City of Hope is an equal‑opportunity employer. Employees’ pay is based on work experience, qualifications, and work location.

Please note that this position requires a prohibition on evenings, weekends, and on‑call duties.