RN - Medical Oncology Specialty Unit (Weekend)

Carle Health; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 45,901 - 78,950; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health in Normal, Illinois is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality patient care. The role involves assessing patients, developing care plans, and performing various nursing procedures.

Qualified applicants must have a College Diploma in Nursing and be licensed in Illinois. The position offers a competitive compensation range of $33.32 to $57.31 per hour, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.
• Licensed Registered Nurse in Illinois.
• Effective communication skills and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient assessments and develop care plans.
• Administer medications and perform nursing procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all nursing care.

Skills

Basic Life Support Certification

Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN)

Communication Skills

Education

College Diploma in Nursing

Job description

Overview

The staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via the utilization of the nursing process, nursing trends, technology, financial and human resources within the philosophy of the institution.

Qualifications

• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days – American Heart Association (AHA)
• Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
• Education: College Diploma in Nursing
• Work Experience: (specified)

Responsibilities

Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team. Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.

Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents. Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution. Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.

Appropriately performs patient care duties such as: head‑to‑toe assessments, start IVs, insert NG tubes, dressing changes, administer medications, insert Foley catheters, access Mediports and maintain port throughout the shift. Must maintain documentation standards as evidenced by passed quarterly chart audits. Provide emotional support to patients and their families. Administer chemotherapy/biotherapy to patients not only on the Oncology unit but also throughout the hospital.

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $33.32 per hour - $57.31 per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked, and compensation model.

Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.

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