Registered Nurse, Stem Cell

Cancer Treatment Centers of America; Zion (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for their Stem Cell department. This role involves assessing and caring for patients undergoing complex treatments in a dynamic environment. You will play a crucial role in patient management, ensuring high standards of care while working closely with a skilled healthcare team. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a leading organization committed to innovation and excellence in patient care, and take the next step in your nursing career.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of acute care experience required.
• Graduate of accredited nursing school and licensed in IL.

Responsibilities

• Assess and document care for hematology/oncology patients.
• Direct care delivered by patient care technicians.

Skills

Acute Care Experience

Patient Care Management

IV Therapy

Cardiac Arrhythmia Recognition

Complex Medical Care

Education

Graduate of NLNAC or CCNE School of Nursing

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Tools

BiPAP

Central IV Catheters

Dialysis Catheters

Job description

Registered Nurse, Stem Cell

About City of Hope,
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The successful candidate:

• Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents the care of hematology/oncology, stem cell transplant & ambulatory care patients.
• Assists with special procedures.
• Directs the care delivered by patient care technicians and other members of the healthcare team.
• Demonstrates basic knowledge of procedures, treatments, and equipment.
• Demonstrates basic knowledge and care of complex medical hematology/oncology, stem cell transplant or critical care patients.
• Cares for patients with complex needs including hemodynamically compromised and mechanically ventilated patients.
• Initiates and maintains complex IV therapy, including thrombolytic administration, vasoactive medications, central IV catheters, dialysis catheters & arterial lines.
• Ensures safe use of less invasive, life-supporting modalities i.e. BiPAP, ETCO2, arterial pressure-based CO/CI & SVO2 monitor, core temperature monitors.
• Cares for autologous & allogeneic transplant patients, stem cell collection, & ECP patients.
• Attends In-House Code Blue and Rapid Response Calls, as required.
• Recognizes cardiac arrhythmias and notifies physician.
• Must be able to work 7a-7p, 3 12's.

Qualifications

Your qualifications should include:

• 1-2 years of acute care experience.
• Graduate of NLNAC or CCNE School of Nursing, and licensed in the state of IL.
• OCN Certification within 18 months of hire or 36 total CE in Oncology every Commission of Cancer cycle of three years with completion of 12 CE every year (Surgical Services exempt).
• BLS certification must be maintained while in this position.
• ACLS upon hire or obtained by end of orientation period, and maintain while in position.
• Critical Care/telemetry experience or telemetry competency within 6 months of hire.
• Critical Care experience or completes in-house critical care courses 12 months of hire.
• ONS Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certified within 6-12 months of hire.
• ONS BMT course completion within 12 months of hire.

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City of Hope employees' pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.