RN- Medical Oncology Specialty Unit
Company: Carle Health
Location: Normal
Posted on: February 3, 2025
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Job Description:
Overview
Position Highlights:Number of beds on unit: 30 beds Patient
population (age, diagnosis, specifics about unit): 18-year-old and
olderNurse to Patient ratio: 4-6 patients to 1 RNDepartment culture
and resources: 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 Frequent nursing skills/equipment used: Oncology
skill set (inpatient chemotherapy and radiation), palliative and
end of life care and general medical patients. $10,000 sign-on
bonus and$5,000 relocation (for greater than 100 miles) or$2,500
relocation (for greater than 50 miles)$2,500 BSN Bonus for nurses
with 1 or more years experience - External Applicants Only
Qualifications
License/Certifications:
Pediatric Chemotherapy andBiotherapy ProviderCourse 1 year -
Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses (APHON); Basic
Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association
(AHA); Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois
Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
Education:
College Diploma: Nursing
Other Knowledge/Skills:
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.
About Us
Find it here.Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were
meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive.
The place where growth meets balance - and opportunities meet
flexibility. Find it all here at Carle Health.Based in Urbana, IL,
Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,500 team members
in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of
healthcare businesses and is recognized as a Great Place to Work.
Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle
Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital and Carle
Health Pekin Hospital hold Magnet designations, the nation's
highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist
College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first
engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance. We offer
opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois
with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.We
are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against
any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color,
sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender
identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other
federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates
in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and,
if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information
from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. -
For more information: human.resources@carle.com.
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $31.65per hour -
$54.44per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum
range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The
actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a
variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's
experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts
worked and compensation model.
Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team
members and providers. To learn more visit
careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
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