Registered Nurse, Infusion, Part-Time(32Hrs), Days

Job Description Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital as an Registered Nurse in the Infusion Department. The Infusion centers are staffed by a very experienced team of physicians, pharmacists and registered nurses who are trained in Chemotherapy treatments. Our team provides outpatient IV therapy to patients with a multitude of conditions, including all forms of prescribed chemotherapy. Patients receive infusion therapies in a peaceful and friendly environment. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area. Eligible for a Sign-On Bonus up to $15,000! Eligible for a Sign-On Bonus up to $15,000! Essential Job Functions Maintains an environment which is characterized by trust, acceptance, recognition and respect; actively supports the vision, philosophy, mission, goals and objectives of the hospital Functions as an interactive resource in clinical and professional practice and is responsible for designing, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating patient care and utilizing the concepts of the nursing process. Initiates assessment on admission, including psychosocial, physical, spiritual, emotional, and education/discharge needs of the patient and family or significant other. Identifies discharge planning needs from the nursing history, creates discharge plan, and initiates appropriate referral. Sets priorities for nursing action, in a logical sequence according to patient's needs and formulates an appropriate yet individualized plan of care designed to achieve desired patient outcomes. Delegates tasks effectively to all levels of staff based on their scope of practice, job description, ability, and patient care center needs. Responsible for and provides patient/significant other education, based on identified educational needs. Understands growth and development and responds effectively to the unique needs of specific patient populations. Provides therapeutic and diagnostic treatments within scope of practice; maintains clinical competency as appropriate. Interprets and represents Ingalls Hospital philosophy, policies, procedures and patient rights and responsibilities to patients and their families. Assists in referring patient to appropriate services and resources. Orients patients to the department and in-house resources. Collaborates with professional peers and provides participative supervision and leadership for Care Team Members in managing patient care and clinical practice. Coordinates patient care services with the physicians and other professional disciplines. Responsible for meeting regulatory bodies' requirements for clinical practice, patient care, and performance improvement. Participates in performance improvement through tool development, data collection, analysis, developing and/or implementing action plans for improvement. Required Qualifications Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. Current RN Licensure from the State of Illinois Department of Professional Regulation or a valid temporary permit to practice nursing in the State of Illinois. Active BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA). Minimum of one year full time experience in an outpatient ambulatory infusion or oncology nursing strongly preferred. Excellent organization and communication skills. Flexible as some evening and weekend hours will be required. Knowledge regarding use and care of venous access devices such as implantable and peripherally inserted catheters. Excellent venipuncture and IV start skills. ONS or INS certification desired. Preferred Skills Completion of ONS Chemo-Biotherapy Course within 12 months, unless holds current ONS or INS certification. Position Details Job Type/FTE: Part Time, 0.8 Shift: Days, 8-hour shifts Work Location: Onsite Unit/Department: Harvey CBA Code: Non-Union Compensation & Benefits Overview UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union. Benefits are available to all eligible roles following the benefits policy in effect at the time of hire. Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with the flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. 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