Oncology Infusion RN 2 - Benign Infusion & Urgent Care-26165
Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL, United States
Location: 1520 W Harrison St, 7th Floor; Chicago, Illinois 60607
Business Unit: RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center
Department: Benign Infusion & Urgent Care
Work Type: Full-Time - 40 Hours per week (1.0 FTE)
Work Schedule: 10-Hour Shifts - Weekdays only
Pay Range: $40.75 - $72.94 per hour
Sign-On Bonus
$6,000
Summary
The Oncology Infusion RN 2 identifies patterns of patient responses and can use past experiences to implement solutions for current situations. The Oncology Infusion RN 2 is a competent nurse who has mastered technical skills and utilizes evidence-based interventions. The Oncology Infusion RN 2 continues to collaborate with other members of the health care team when the need for assistance is identified. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Required Job Qualifications
Earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher, except for RN1s hired and already working at Rush before Oct 2012.
All transfers from other Rush entities must have an earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher prior to transfer.
May accept Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) effective 1/9/23 up until the approved number of ADN hires; the Baccalaureate degree must be earned within the timeframe outlined in the ADN condition of employment, and all conditions of employment must be met.
Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure.
Maintain current BLS certification; ACLS strongly recommended.
Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Certification or commitment to obtain within 6 months of hire date.
Minimum one year of nursing experience required.
One year of Oncology experience preferred.
Emergency or Critical Care Experience Preferred
Epic and Beacon experience.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required to lead and teach.
Analytical mindset and ability to interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
Ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimens, images or reports.
Preferred Job Qualifications
Ambulatory oncology experience.
Ambulatory and infusion experience.
National certification preferred.
Physical Demands
Work requires ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift.
Work requires lifting or carrying objects 35–40 lbs and lifting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs.
Work conditions include performing procedures where carelessness could result in injury or illness and/or contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.
Responsibilities
Evidence Based Interventions
Participates in the collection of data to support unit-based quality initiatives, research and evidence-based activities.
Utilizes system-wide resources to support decision-making and action.
Recognizes patterns or groupings of problems in a specific patient population that require investigation and initiates actions to address.
Communicates current evidence-based information with peers.
Relationships and Caring
Establishes a caring, therapeutic relationship with patients and families through effective communication, acknowledgement of patient/family perceptions of health and illness and mutual goal setting for optimal outcomes.
Collaborates consistently and effectively with other disciplines and services to meet the needs of patients and families.
Critical Thinking
Utilizes competent assessment skills to holistically evaluate the physical and psychosocial needs of patients and families.
Demonstrates the ability to prioritize care for complex patients based on knowledge acquired from previous clinical experiences.
Recognizes changes in patient status and consistently responds effectively.
Technical Expertise
Demonstrates consistent safe and effective use of medical devices in the delivery of patient care.
Demonstrates accountability for implementing policies related to safe and effective administration of medications.
Assesses patient safety needs consistently and implements appropriate strategies (fall precautions, infection control, and suicide risk patient identification) to minimize risk.
Individualizes teaching plans based on a thorough assessment to meet the learning needs of patients and families.
Leadership
Demonstrates the ability to provide education to staff and students on the unit.
Demonstrates beginning leadership skills related to patient care.
Delegates effectively and consistently to optimize patient outcomes.
Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals.
Continues to contribute to a positive patient outcome by providing expert assistance with critical procedures for patients.
Administers medications, treatments and provides extensive patient/family education.
Provides guidance, support and directs workflow of clinical staff.
Department Specific Job Responsibilities
Coordinate and provide sensitive medical and primary nursing care for patients with hematological-oncological diagnoses.
Provide infusion support that may include chemotherapy, immunotherapy blood products and supportive medications.
Provide urgent symptom management support to the patient requiring escalation of care.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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Business Unit: RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center
Department: Benign Infusion & Urgent Care
Work Type: Full-Time - 40 Hours per week (1.0 FTE)
Work Schedule: 10-Hour Shifts - Weekdays only
Pay Range: $40.75 - $72.94 per hour
Sign-On Bonus
$6,000
Summary
The Oncology Infusion RN 2 identifies patterns of patient responses and can use past experiences to implement solutions for current situations. The Oncology Infusion RN 2 is a competent nurse who has mastered technical skills and utilizes evidence-based interventions. The Oncology Infusion RN 2 continues to collaborate with other members of the health care team when the need for assistance is identified. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Required Job Qualifications
Earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher, except for RN1s hired and already working at Rush before Oct 2012.
All transfers from other Rush entities must have an earned nursing degree at the baccalaureate level or higher prior to transfer.
May accept Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) effective 1/9/23 up until the approved number of ADN hires; the Baccalaureate degree must be earned within the timeframe outlined in the ADN condition of employment, and all conditions of employment must be met.
Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure.
Maintain current BLS certification; ACLS strongly recommended.
Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Certification or commitment to obtain within 6 months of hire date.
Minimum one year of nursing experience required.
One year of Oncology experience preferred.
Emergency or Critical Care Experience Preferred
Epic and Beacon experience.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required to lead and teach.
Analytical mindset and ability to interact effectively with others in difficult situations.
Ability to check documents for errors, use a keyboard to enter or retrieve data, and closely examine specimens, images or reports.
Preferred Job Qualifications
Ambulatory oncology experience.
Ambulatory and infusion experience.
National certification preferred.
Physical Demands
Work requires ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift.
Work requires lifting or carrying objects 35–40 lbs and lifting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs.
Work conditions include performing procedures where carelessness could result in injury or illness and/or contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.
Responsibilities
Evidence Based Interventions
Participates in the collection of data to support unit-based quality initiatives, research and evidence-based activities.
Utilizes system-wide resources to support decision-making and action.
Recognizes patterns or groupings of problems in a specific patient population that require investigation and initiates actions to address.
Communicates current evidence-based information with peers.
Relationships and Caring
Establishes a caring, therapeutic relationship with patients and families through effective communication, acknowledgement of patient/family perceptions of health and illness and mutual goal setting for optimal outcomes.
Collaborates consistently and effectively with other disciplines and services to meet the needs of patients and families.
Critical Thinking
Utilizes competent assessment skills to holistically evaluate the physical and psychosocial needs of patients and families.
Demonstrates the ability to prioritize care for complex patients based on knowledge acquired from previous clinical experiences.
Recognizes changes in patient status and consistently responds effectively.
Technical Expertise
Demonstrates consistent safe and effective use of medical devices in the delivery of patient care.
Demonstrates accountability for implementing policies related to safe and effective administration of medications.
Assesses patient safety needs consistently and implements appropriate strategies (fall precautions, infection control, and suicide risk patient identification) to minimize risk.
Individualizes teaching plans based on a thorough assessment to meet the learning needs of patients and families.
Leadership
Demonstrates the ability to provide education to staff and students on the unit.
Demonstrates beginning leadership skills related to patient care.
Delegates effectively and consistently to optimize patient outcomes.
Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice, including progress toward achievement of annual goals.
Continues to contribute to a positive patient outcome by providing expert assistance with critical procedures for patients.
Administers medications, treatments and provides extensive patient/family education.
Provides guidance, support and directs workflow of clinical staff.
Department Specific Job Responsibilities
Coordinate and provide sensitive medical and primary nursing care for patients with hematological-oncological diagnoses.
Provide infusion support that may include chemotherapy, immunotherapy blood products and supportive medications.
Provide urgent symptom management support to the patient requiring escalation of care.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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