Staff Nurse I - Hematology/Oncology Clinic (Infusion) | University of Illinois - Chicago Job at University of Illinois - Chicago, Chicago, IL

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  • University of Illinois - Chicago
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Staff Nurse I - Hematology/Oncology Clinic (Infusion)

Staff Nurse I - Hematology/Oncology Clinic (Infusion)

Hiring Department: Hematology/Oncology Clinic (Infusion)
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1026113
FTE : 1
Work Schedule - M-F/40 hour week
Shift : Days
# of Position: 1
Posting Date: 8/30/2024

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent 'Best Colleges' rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Description:

Position Summary
Staff Nurse I is accountable for the delivery of patient care utilizing the Nursing Process and Relationship-Based Care model as the framework. The Staff Nurse I provides direct patient care and takes initiative to improve patient outcomes by integrating Shared Leadership, Evidence Based Practice, Relationship Based Care and standards of nursing excellence into clinical practice. Through therapeutic relationships with patients, families, self and colleagues, the Staff Nurse I functions as an interdisciplinary team member who provides quality patient care and fulfills unit and organizational goals.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Completes required orientation program and unit-specific competencies.
  • Administers chemotherapy, blood and blood products, fluids, injections and creates individualized care plans on patients under their supervision and care.
  • Recognizes and treats cancer-related issues.
  • Recognizes symptoms, establishes priorities and responds to patient's changing needs.
  • Verifies and implements orders from physician, physician assistant, and/or advance practice nurse by performing interventions as prescribed by the provider and documenting accurately in the electronic medical record.
  • Shares information and collaborates with other members of the health care team to promote effective patient care.
  • Advocates for patients, families, and their significant others, the community, and the nursing profession.
  • Demonstrates a commitment to UI Health's values through teamwork and effective communication in an effort to achieve quality outcomes, patient safety customer satisfaction and a clean, safe and therapeutic environment.
  • This job description reflects the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Nothing restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
  • Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

  1. Eligibility for licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation.
  2. Current AHA BLS/CPR and other required unit specific certifications
  3. Effective communication skills (oral and written) that facilitate therapeutic relationships between patients, family, and health care providers
  4. Intermediate computer skills with the ability to become proficient in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) with on-the-job training
  5. Excellent attendance, interpersonal skills and work history required.
  • One year prior RN experience required.
  • Current Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy certification required prior to hire.



Preferred Qualifications

  • Outpatient Ambulatory experience preferred.
  • Oncology experience preferred.
  • Infusion experience preferred.




This position requires Illinois residency within 180 days of the hire date.



The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.



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About University of Illinois - Chicago

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