Registered Nurse, Stem Cell ICU Nights

City of Hope; Zion (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization dedicated to making hope a reality for patients facing cancer and diabetes. As a Registered Nurse in the Stem Cell ICU, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care during critical night shifts. This position offers the opportunity to work with advanced medical technologies and collaborate with a dedicated team of professionals. With a generous sign-on bonus and a commitment to your professional development, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your nursing career in a supportive and innovative environment. Make a difference in the lives of patients and their families while growing your skills in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Comprehensive Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of acute care experience required.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing; licensed in Illinois.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for patients.
• Supervise patient care technicians and healthcare team members.
• Initiate and maintain complex IV therapies.

Skills

Patient Care

IV Therapy

Critical Care

Oncology Knowledge

Cardiac Monitoring

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Tools

BiPAP

Arterial Pressure Monitors

Temperature Monitors

Job description

Registered Nurse, Stem Cell ICU Nights

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 a leading research center for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. Our research has led to numerous breakthroughs, including cancer medicines, synthetic insulin, and monoclonal antibodies. We are an NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center ranked top 5 nationally for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report. Our integrated model spans cancer care, research, academics, training, and philanthropy. Our growing system includes the Los Angeles campus, clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, and treatment centers in Atlanta, Chicago, and Phoenix.

Sign-on Bonus Eligible: $20,000

The successful candidate will:

• Assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and document care for hematology/oncology, stem cell transplant, and ambulatory care patients.
• Assist with special procedures.
• Supervise care delivered by patient care technicians and healthcare team members.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of procedures, treatments, and equipment.
• Provide care for complex hematology/oncology, stem cell transplant, or critical care patients.
• Care for patients with complex needs, including hemodynamically compromised and mechanically ventilated patients.
• Initiate and maintain complex IV therapies, including thrombolytic administration, vasoactive medications, and catheter care.
• Utilize life-support modalities such as BiPAP, ETCO2, arterial pressure monitors, and temperature monitors safely.
• Care for autologous and allogeneic transplant patients, stem cell collection, and ECP patients.
• Attend Code Blue and Rapid Response calls as required.
• Recognize cardiac arrhythmias and notify physicians promptly.
• Work scheduled hours of 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., with three 12-hour shifts per week.

Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of acute care experience.
• Graduate of an NLNAC or CCNE-accredited School of Nursing; licensed in Illinois (IL).
• OCN certification within 18 months of hire or 36 CE credits in oncology every three years, with 12 CE credits annually (Surgical Services exempt).
• BLS certification maintained throughout employment.
• ACLS certification obtained by the end of orientation and maintained.
• Critical care or telemetry experience or competency within 6 months of hire.
• Critical care courses completed within 12 months of hire if applicable.
• Oncology Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification within 6-12 months of hire.
• Oncology Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) course completion within 12 months of hire.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, please click here.

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Pay for City of Hope employees is based on work experience, qualifications, and work location.