Registered Nurse, Oncology Clinic - Full Time

Mercyhealth; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid time off

On-Demand Pay

Tuition and certification reimbursment

Well-being programs

Job summary

Mercyhealth is hiring a Registered Nurse for the Oncology Clinic in Rockford, IL. This full-time position supports compassionate, holistic nursing care with an emphasis on patient education and coordination within an interdisciplinary team.

The role requires graduation from an accredited nursing program, RN licensure in the state, and ACLS/PALS as applicable. Day shifts, Monday through Friday, and a comprehensive benefits package accompany this posting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• ADN required; BSN preferred.
• Licensed RN in state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes nursing process and critical thinking with the interdisciplinary team.
• Performs assessments, planning, interventions and evaluation of care.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments per policy.
• Maintains accurate documentation per established standards.
• Provides patient and family education and support.
• Supervises nursing staff and supports peer review.

Skills

Nursing process

Critical thinking

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Telephone triage

Education

ADN

BSN preferred

Job description

## Registered Nurse, Oncology Clinic - Full TimeApply: Javon Bea Hospital - Rockford, IL: Full time: Posted Today: 2026-03607**OVERVIEW**The RN for Oncology provides compassionate, culturally sensitive, holistic nursing care to patients in a clinical setting, supporting the Mercyhealth nursing mission, practice values and strategic plan. **Schedule**: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm**Shift**: Days **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*** Utilizes the nursing process and critical thinking in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members in caring for patients.* Performs assessments, planning, intervention and evaluation of care* Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques, policies and procedures, standards of care, and state laws/practice act as required by care setting.* Ensures all documentation is accurate and comprehensive in accordance with the established standards of care for documentation at the system and entity levels.* Develops initiates and executes a patient plan of care according to the patient's individualized needs, as prescribed by the physician and/or hospital policy. Utilizes resources available to teach and support patient and family education. Provides education to the appropriate level of understanding.* Participates in department or unit performance improvement activities, which may include shared governance.* Utilizes clinical expertise & guidance to other units/departments in support of the patient's longitudinal plan of care. Acts to resolve systems breakdowns and engages self and others in providing solutions* Utilizes critical thinking in regard to patient safety and patient experience, manages complex situations and delegates to other staff appropriately. Escalates to the appropriate chain of command as needed.* Positively influences the professional and organizational environments and shared governance.* Engages in personal development and supports system-entity opportunities for continuous learning and growth including developing or revising evidence-based practice guidelines.* Supports and participates in peer review and peer feedback opportunities.* Participates in the professional nursing continuum* Clinic and Ambulatory RNs will maintain timely flow of patients, in addition to responding to telephone calls and performs telephone triage of patients. **EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE**Graduate of an accredited nursing program.ADN required upon hire, BSN preferred.May require specific years of applicable experience to qualify (per department guidelines) **CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE**Licensed as an RN in state of practiceApproved BLS certification required within 90 days (Other certification per unit requirements: ACLS, PALS, PEARS, NRP)**OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES** May include color blind test (per department guidelines)**LEVEL OF SUPERVISION**Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.**SUPERVISES**Supervises nursing support staff as appropriate**PAY RANGE:**$34.45 - $60.87Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:* Medical, Dental, Vision* Life & Disability Insurance* FSA/HSA Options* Generous, accruing paid time off* Paid Parental and caregiver leave* Career advancement and educational opportunities* Tuition and certification reimbursement* Certification Reimbursement* Well-being Programs* Employee Discounts* On-Demand Pay* Financial Education* Annual recognition/awards events* Partner appreciation days* Family entertainment/attractions discount* Community service/improvement opportunities