Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse – Full Time

The US Oncology Network is hiring a Registered Nurse in Chicago, IL
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Annual Salary: $60,000 – $95,000

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Healthcare Savings Account, Generous PTO, Health and Wellness Perks Program

• Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate and promote the continuity of care consistent with established standards and practices.
• Assess health status by interviewing patients regarding current status and medical history.
• Collect and record nursing assessment and interventions.
• Review and report the results of the health status assessment, physical examination, laboratory data, radiographic data and psychosocial assessment of assigned patients to the provider.
• Provide teaching and other instructional material to patients and families.
• Provide psychosocial support to patients and families.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Prepare and administer therapies under the direction and supervision of a physician.
• Administer all medications/blood products using correct dosage, route, time and technique.
• Assure pre‑authorization and appropriate consent forms are obtained prior to administration of therapies where applicable.
• Facilitate dose modifications by assessing patient labs, consulting protocols and physicians, and calculating dose.
• Perform venipuncture, access implanted ports and maintain central line devices.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all patient care and treatments provided.
• Apply knowledge of reimbursement procedures and charge capture.
• Restock the supply area as needed and maintain a safe work environment.
• Follow OSHA guidelines when handling cytotoxic agents, biohazardous waste and any materials potentially infected with a blood‑borne pathogen.
• Maintain all disinfection protocols and equipment according to quality‑control standards.
• Facilitate clinical operations, manage medication refill requests, assist physicians with exams and procedures, triage patient calls, and coordinate patient/family communication.
• Assist patients in locating community resources.
• Collaborate with clinical research teams and act as a resource for LPN/LVNs and medical assistants.
• Serve as a mentor/preceptor, providing day‑to‑day guidance to less experienced nurses.
• Participate in professional development activities and maintain current oncology nursing knowledge.

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; graduate of an accredited professional nursing program.
• Registered Nurse license in the state of Illinois, current registration with State Board of Nursing.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; ongoing continuing education required.
• 3–5 years of nursing experience, including at least one year in oncology (preferred); oncology certification preferred.
• Full range of body motion, ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs, and proficient dexterity and eye‑hand coordination.
• Ability to stand, walk, and work for extended periods.
• Current vision and hearing within normal range.

Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and typical oncology/hematology clinic conditions.

Physical demands include handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, eye‑hand coordination, and periodic lifting of up to 40 lbs.

Reasonable accommodations available for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider

Illinois Cancer Specialists (ICS) provides compassionate, leading‑edge cancer care in Chicago and surrounding areas, with over 30 years of practice and more than 400 years of combined physician experience.

ICS partners with The US Oncology Network, a network of 1,000+ physicians nationwide, to offer cutting‑edge therapies and participate in clinical trials that have contributed to 60 FDA‑approved therapies.