Registered Nurse - Infusion Clinic - Per Diem Level 3 - Shifts Vary

Shea Online; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 49,593 - 75,768; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Health Savings Account Options

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Retirement Options with Company Match

Job summary

Shea Online is seeking a Registered Nurse – Infusion for Elmhurst Cancer Center in Elmhurst, IL. The RN will provide high‑quality, goal‑directed nursing care for infusion patients and families, across standard injection therapies, infusion therapy, and research protocols.

Shifts are Monday through Friday with 8‑ or 10‑hour days; weekends are on call and holidays rotate among staff. Per diem Level 3 requires 111–144 hours every 6 weeks, with on‑call coverage as scheduled.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience as a staff nurse.
• 1 year of professional infusion, hematology/oncology experience preferred.
• Current Illinois Nursing licensure (required).
• CPR Certification through American Heart Association (required).
• Current Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Card preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care for infusion center patients.
• Proficient in vascular access care, maintenance and management.
• Safely prepare mixes, handle and administer injectables and infused agents.
• Document thoroughly and timely while maintaining safety precautions.
• Guide and supervise staff in provision of patient care.
• Promote safety and participate in research opportunities when available.

Skills

Infusion nursing

Hematology/Oncology experience

Education

Associate’s in Nursing

Bachelor’s in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Hourly Pay Range: $36.00 - $55.80. The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights

• Position: Registered Nurse – Infusion
• Location: Elmhurst Cancer Center - Elmhurst, IL
• Per Diem Level 3: Must be able to work 111‑144 hours every 6 weeks.
• Hours: Shifts will vary Monday‑Friday with 8 or 10‑hour shifts. Weekends are on call and scheduled on average 6‑8 per year and holidays rotate amongst staff.

General Summary

• Accountable for providing high‑quality, individualized, goal‑directed nursing care for all levels of Infusion Therapy patients and their families in accordance with the mission, vision and philosophy of the Division of Nursing.
• Exemplifies the role of caring for patients receiving standard injection therapy, infusion therapy and for those on research protocols.
• Proficient in procedures and interventions for administering injectable medications and infusion therapy, while maintaining safety precautions necessary when handling these agents.

What you will do

• Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the delivery of nursing care to the infusion center patient.
• Proficient in vascular access care, maintenance and management.
• Safely prepares mixes, handles, administers and disposes of injectables and infused agents according to policy.
• Performs designated nursing and other patient care activities according to established nursing policies and procedures.
• Attains knowledge and competency reflective of current standards of practice.
• Interacts and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues.
• Integrates ethical provisions in all areas of nursing practice.
• Integrates research findings into nursing practice and collaborates with potential research opportunities.
• Systematically enhances the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice.
• Communicates information to others as appropriate to maintain effective patient flow.
• Collaborates closely with the charge nurse and APN.
• Recognizes and adjusts to situations that vary from the norm.
• Promotes safety measures to prevent patient and staff injuries.
• Guides and supervises staff in the provision of patient care.
• Enhances own professional growth and development.
• Maintains a safe therapeutic working environment and recognizes need for action in emergency situations.
• Documentation is thoroughly and timely completed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

What you will need

• Experience: 1 year of experience as a staff nurse (required). 1 year of professional infusion, hematology/oncology experience (strongly preferred).
• Education: Associate’s in Nursing (required). Bachelor’s in Nursing (preferred).
• License: Current Illinois Nursing licensure (required).
• Certification: CPR Certification through American Heart Association (required).
• Current Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Card: strongly preferred.

Benefits

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.