Outpatient Oncology RN – Compassionate Care & Growth

Mercy; Cahokia (IL); On-site; USD 69,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy South is seeking a Registered Nurse specialized in Medical Oncology & Hematology to join the outpatient team at the David M. Sindelar Cancer Center.

You will work with physicians and a collaborative care team to provide compassionate, patient-centered care across assessments, treatments, education, and follow-up in an outpatient setting. The role emphasizes clinical assessment, patient education, and care coordination, with opportunities to grow within Oncology and Hematology.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical assessment and patient-care skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A compassionate, patient-focused approach.
• Ability to work collaboratively with physicians and the care team.
• Ability to remain calm and effective in urgent situations.
• Willingness to learn and grow within Oncology and Hematology.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, review medical histories, obtain vital signs, and assess conditions.
• Prepare patients for examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Assist physicians with patient care and specialty procedures.
• Provide patient education and help patients understand their plan of care.
• Respond to patient questions, test results, and follow-up needs.
• Coordinate care and collaborate with physicians and the care team.
• Assist with laboratory, imaging, and referral needs.
• Document patient care in the electronic health record.
• Maintain proper medication handling and safety practices.
• Support infection prevention and keep exam rooms clean and stocked.
• Respond effectively to urgent situations in the clinic.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient care

Communication skills

Collaboration

Compassionate care

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Job description

Mercy South is seeking a Registered Nurse specialized in Medical Oncology & Hematology to join the outpatient team at the David M. Sindelar Cancer Center.

You will work with physicians and a collaborative care team to provide compassionate, patient-centered care across assessments, treatments, education, and follow-up in an outpatient setting. The role emphasizes clinical assessment, patient education, and care coordination, with opportunities to grow within Oncology and Hematology.