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RN - Medical Oncology Speciality Unit

Carle, Urbana, Illinois, us, 61803


RN - Medical Oncology Speciality Unit + Department: Med&Onco Specialty Unit - BMC + Entity: Bloomington-Normal Service Area + Job Category: Nursing + Employment Type: Full - Time + Job ID: 45704 + Experience Required: Less than 1 year + Education Required: Associates Degree + Shift: Day + Location: Bloomington-Normal, IL + Usual Schedule: 7a-730p (3-12hr Shifts) + On Call Requirements: No + Work Location: Carle BroMenn Medical Center + Nursing Specialty: Other + Secondary Job Category: Nursing + Weekend Requirements: Every 3rd + Other Posting Information: Sign on Bonus $10,000 (3yr Commitment) RN >1yr Relocation $5,000 >100milesRelocation $2,500 (50 miles to 100miles)BSN Bonus $2,500 External Applicants Only RN >1yr + Holiday Requirements: Department Rotation Email a Friend Save Save Apply Now Position Summary:***$10,000 Sign on Bonus 3yr Commitment RN >1yr*** Position Highlights: + Number of beds on unit: 30 beds + Patient population (age, diagnosis, specifics about unit): 18-year-old and older+ Nurse to Patient ratio: 4-6 patients to 1 RN+ Department 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. Qualifications: CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS Registered Professional Nurse (RN) License Illinois upon hire and Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Provider Certification if administering chemotherapy within 1 year. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS+ Attend and satisfactorily complete all required continuing education regarding the care of acute stroke patients. Essential Functions:+ 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. 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.Effective September 20, 2021, the COVID 19 vaccine is required for all new Carle Health team members. Requests for medical or religious exemption will be permitted.