RN – Medical Oncology Unit

Carle Health

. Perform responsibilities and duties within the unit’s scope of service .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeNormal • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $37 - $60 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in medical oncology nursing, including administering chemotherapy and biotherapy, performing comprehensive patient assessments, and developing individualized care plans. Proficient in maintaining nursing documentation standards and collaborating effectively with healthcare teams to enhance patient care.

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Licensed Registered Nurse (RN)Inpatient Chemotherapy AdministrationPatient Assessment and Care PlanningBasic Life Support (BLS)Nursing Documentation Standards

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Hard Skills

Chemotherapy AdministrationPatient AssessmentIV InsertionNG Tube InsertionFoley Catheter InsertionDressing ChangeMediport AccessNursing Care ProceduresPalliative CareEnd-of-Life Care

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationConstructive FeedbackEmotional Support

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Registered Nurse (RN)Basic Life Support (BLS)

Industry Keywords

Medical Oncology NursingPatient CareDocumentation StandardsSafety Hazards ReportingHealthcare Team Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform responsibilities and duties within the unit’s scope of service
Implement procedures and theories related to medical oncology nursing
Maintain accurate nursing-care documentation and meet documentation standards through quarterly chart audits
Complete initial patient assessments and develop individualized plans of care
Implement nursing interventions and patient-care procedures, continuously evaluating and modifying the plan of care
Report or correct safety hazards and incidents
Communicate with colleagues and provide constructive peer feedback
Identify learning needs and pursue appropriate solutions
Perform head-to-toe assessments, start IVs, insert NG tubes and Foley catheters, and complete dressing changes
Administer medications and chemotherapy/biotherapy throughout the hospital
Access Mediports and maintain ports throughout the shift
Provide emotional support to patients and families
Collaborate with the healthcare team to integrate patient-care information

Requirements

What you’ll need

Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)
College Diploma: Nursing
Ability to work day shift, 7a-7:30p, three 12-hour shifts
Every 3rd weekend requirement
Every other major holiday requirement
Must perform inpatient chemotherapy and radiation-related nursing care
Must provide palliative, end-of-life, and general medical care
Must fulfill departmental competencies
External applicants receiving the sign-on bonus must commit to 3 years

Benefits

Comp & perks

$10,000 Sign ON Bonus (external applicants only; 3-year commitment)
Oncology Nursing Society support, education and resources
Mentor/Mentee Program for New Grads and for those looking for Oncology Nursing Certification
Comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers