Join a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicine, as a Oncology Nurse Navigator in the Gyne Oncology Clinic at our Orland Park location. In collaboration with faculty mentors and mid-level providers in a care team setting, coordinates the care of patients with gynecologic malignancies throughout their entire longitudinal experience. Acts as a clinical liaison for patients across medical services and clinical departments. This involves patient education, triage and management of symptoms as well as support of their emotional and spiritual needs. Essential Job Functions: Initiates and manages ongoing chemotherapy and other systemic therapy plans within the electronic medical record and chemotherapy management system. Supports our robust clinical research enterprise by enrolling patients on therapeutic clinical trials Acts as liaison for patients, families, and their multidisciplinary clinical team. Assesses clinical, emotional, spiritual, psychosocial, financial, and other patient needs. Provides education for patients and families on their disease, current treatments, and management of side effects of their treatments. Collaborate with other Oncology nurses to develop patient educations materials, clinical pathways, and quality studies Participate in the Gyn Onc multidisciplinary tumor conference and data safety and monitoring committee meetings. Develops and/or coordinates development of patient education materials, clinical pathways, and quality studies. Coordinates and/or participates in multidisciplinary consultations and/or tumor conference. Required Qualifications: Registered Nurse with a current Illinois license. Graduate of a National League for Nursing accredited School of Nursing with BSN. Associate Degree Nurses are required to enroll in a BSN program within six (6) to nine (9) months of hire, and make progress toward and complete their BSN degree within 30 months. ADN nurses receive 100% tuition reimbursement towards a BSN degree from an accredited program. Must have general computer skills and be adaptable to changing working situations and work assignments. Excellent interpersonal skills required, with specific ability to communicate effectively with patients, family members, and physicians. Preferred Qualifications: Oncology Certified Nurse preferred. Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy Provider preferred. Minimum of 1+ years hematology/oncology clinical nursing experience with demonstrated clinical competence in patient care, teaching and management of patients with a cancer diagnosis, and knowledge about clinical aspects of oncology including protocol therapy and data management. Position Details: Job Type/FTE: Full Time (1.0 FTE) Shift: Days Work Location: Onsite Unit/Department: GyneOnc CBA Code: Non-Union
Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system at UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Med/Surg Oncology unit . This position is a 100% onsite opportunity . You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area. Eligible for a Sign-on Bonus up to $15,00 0 With the leadership of the Manager, the Registered Nurse functions as an interactive resource in clinical nursing and professional practice. The Registered Nurse is responsible for coordinating and performing direct nursing care for patients, utilizing concepts of the nursing process, serving as resource, preceptor, mentor, and leader for physicians, professional peers, and other fellow employees, and providing participative supervision to the Patient Care Team in collaboration with the Patient Manager. Essential Job Functions Collaborates closely with physicians to assess, design, coordinate, implement, and evaluate the patient’s plan of care and the patient’s outcomes Demonstrates the necessary skills and knowledge to provide complex nursing skills and delegates tasks to other Care Team members according to unit-specific competencies as appropriate to the age of the patients served as delineated in the Patient Care Centers Scope of Care Responsible for and monitor the quality of patient care and patient satisfaction Accurately and independently pursues professional development opportunities Assumes responsibility for assuring the daily operations of the Patient Care Center are effectively and efficiently maintained Works within the accepted service standards and supports the Vision of Ingalls Hospital Works in partnership with other patient care team members and proactively identifies and provides for the individual patient, family, and physician needs exceeding their expectations, and employing appropriate customer relations Knows, follows, and actively supports the philosophy, mission, and Vision of Ingalls Hospital Adheres to all hospital policies, procedures, and standards of care Observes and adheres to all corporate compliance requirements and communicate issues as they arise to the appropriate parties as identified in the Corporate Compliance Plan Required Qualifications Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) OR Associate's (ADN) Must hold a current RN Licensure State of Illinois Department of Professional Regulation or valid temporary permit to practice nursing in the State of Illinois Active BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) Preferred Qualifications Acute care or related experience, providing nursing care to patients within at least the last five years Position Details Job Type/FTE: Full-Time (0.9) Shift: Nights (12-hour shifts) Work Location: Onsite Unit/Department: Med/Surg Oncology
Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system at UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Med/Surg Oncology unit . This position is a 100% onsite opportunity . You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area. Eligible for a Sign-on Bonus up to $15,00 0 With the leadership of the Manager, the Registered Nurse functions as an interactive resource in clinical nursing and professional practice. The Registered Nurse is responsible for coordinating and performing direct nursing care for patients, utilizing concepts of the nursing process, serving as resource, preceptor, mentor, and leader for physicians, professional peers, and other fellow employees, and providing participative supervision to the Patient Care Team in collaboration with the Patient Manager. Essential Job Functions Collaborates closely with physicians to assess, design, coordinate, implement, and evaluate the patient’s plan of care and the patient’s outcomes Demonstrates the necessary skills and knowledge to provide complex nursing skills and delegates tasks to other Care Team members according to unit-specific competencies as appropriate to the age of the patients served as delineated in the Patient Care Centers Scope of Care Responsible for and monitor the quality of patient care and patient satisfaction Accurately and independently pursues professional development opportunities Assumes responsibility for assuring the daily operations of the Patient Care Center are effectively and efficiently maintained Works within the accepted service standards and supports the Vision of Ingalls Hospital Works in partnership with other patient care team members and proactively identifies and provides for the individual patient, family, and physician needs exceeding their expectations, and employing appropriate customer relations Knows, follows, and actively supports the philosophy, mission, and Vision of Ingalls Hospital Adheres to all hospital policies, procedures, and standards of care Observes and adheres to all corporate compliance requirements and communicate issues as they arise to the appropriate parties as identified in the Corporate Compliance Plan Required Qualifications Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) OR Associate's (ADN) Must hold a current RN Licensure State of Illinois Department of Professional Regulation or valid temporary permit to practice nursing in the State of Illinois Active BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) Preferred Qualifications Acute care or related experience, providing nursing care to patients within at least the last five years Position Details Job Type/FTE: Full-Time (0.9) Shift: Nights (12-hour shifts) Work Location: Onsite Unit/Department: Med/Surg Oncology
Overview Registered Nurse - Full-Time, Chicago, IL Annual Salary Range: $60,000-$95,000 Benefits Include:Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage; 401(k); Healthcare Savings Account; Generous PTO Package; Health and Wellness Perks Program Under general supervision, provides professional nursing care for patients adhering to national and company standards and guidelines for specialty regulations. Demonstrates knowledge of physiological, psychological, and developmental and age specific differences in the patient population including late adolescence, adulthood, middle age, and the elderly. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to provide for assessment and therapeutic management of patient/family needs. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards. Responsibilities Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate and promote the continuity of care consistent with established standards and practices. Assesses health status by interviewing patient regarding current status and medical history. Collects and records nursing assessment and interventions. Reviews and reports the results of the health status assessment and physical examination, pertinent laboratory data, radiographic data and psychosocial assessment of assigned patients to the provider. Assesses patient/family needs and provides teaching and other instructional material. Provides psychosocial support to patients and families. Maintains patient confidentiality. Prepares and administers therapies under the direction and supervision of a physician. Administers all medications/blood products using correct medication/blood product, dosage/amount, route, time and technique. Assures pre-authorization and appropriate consent forms are obtained prior to administration of therapies where applicable. Facilitates dose modification by assessing patient, assessing labs, consulting protocol or treatment plan, calculating dose, and consulting physician regarding dosage modifications, problems and symptom management Performs venipuncture, accesses implanted ports and maintains central lines catheter devices. Maintains accurate documentation of assigned patient care and treatments provided. Applies knowledge of reimbursement procedures and charge capture. Maintains work environmentRestocks the supply area as needed. Follows OSHA guidelines when handling cytotoxic agents, biohazardous waste and any other material potentially infected with a blood borne pathogen. Maintains all disinfection protocols. Maintains equipment according to quality control standards. Facilitates clinical operations and patient careManages patient medication refill requests from the pharmacy telephone line and records the information in the patient chart. Assists physician with exams and procedures. Triages patient phone calls as needed and documents relevant information in the patient's chart. As necessary, facilitates communication between patient/family and interdisciplinary team and coordinates services related to patient care. Assist patients in locating available community resources. Inter professional collaborationAssist and collaborate with clinical research. Acts as a resource to LPN/LVNs and medical assistants. Serves as mentor/preceptor and provides day to day guidance to less experienced nurses Participates in professional development activities and maintains current knowledge of oncology nursing by participating in ongoing educational opportunities. Other duties as assigned Qualifications Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. There is a possible exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment. Physical Requirements (Lifting, standing, etc.) The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 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. Education/Training – Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education, BSN preferred. RN state license and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Must maintain continuing education requirements. Business Experience – 3-5 years nursing experience including at least one year in oncology preferred. Specialized Knowledge/Skills – Oncology certification preferred About Illinois Cancer Specialists Illinois Cancer Specialists (ICS) is dedicated to providing convenient, compassionate leading-edge cancer care to patients in Chicago and the surrounding areas. With more than 30 years in practice and over 400 years of combined physician experience, ICS is changing the forefront of patient care. Our dedicated and highly-skilled physicians and staff, who specialize in caring for patients with cancer and blood disorders, provide unparalleled access to the most innovative, advanced therapies and latest technologies throughout Chicago and the surrounding areas. With more than 20 board certified physicians, ICS offers convenient, compassionate care in ten locations. For more information about Illinois Cancer Specialists visit www.illinoiscancerspecialists.com . Illinois Cancer Specialists is united in healing with The US Oncology Network, one of the nation’s largest networks of integrated, community-based oncology practices dedicated to advancing high-quality, evidence-based cancer care. As an affiliate of The US Oncology Network, ICS is united with more than 1,000 physicians nationwide. Illinois Cancer Specialists participates in clinical trials through US Oncology Research, which has played a role in approximately 60 FDA-approved cancer therapies, nearly one-third of all cancer therapies approved by the FDA to date. For more information, visit www.usoncology.com .
