RN, Oncology Unit

Carle Health

. Provide oncology nursing care to patients and families throughout their cancer journeys .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeUrbana • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $39 - $63 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in oncology nursing care, including administering chemotherapy and biotherapy, performing assessments, and maintaining accurate documentation. Strong ability to provide emotional support and communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Licensed Registered Nurse (RN)Oncology Nursing CareChemotherapy AdministrationBasic Life Support (BLS)Patient Assessment

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

IV InsertionNG Tube InsertionFoley Catheter InsertionMedication AdministrationMediport AccessBone Marrow AspirationHead-To-Toe AssessmentPlan Of Care DevelopmentDocumentation StandardsSafety Hazard Reporting

Soft Skills

Emotional SupportCommunicationPeer FeedbackProblem SolvingTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

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

Industry Keywords

OncologyPatient CareHealthcare DocumentationCancer CarePatient Safety

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide oncology nursing care to patients and families throughout their cancer journeys
Perform unit-specific responsibilities and procedures within the scope of practice
Maintain accurate nursing-care documentation for the healthcare team
Complete admission assessments and develop, implement, and continuously evaluate plans of care
Perform head-to-toe assessments, start IVs, insert NG tubes, change dressings, administer medications, and insert Foley catheters
Access Mediports and maintain ports throughout the shift
Assist with bedside bone marrow aspirations
Provide emotional support to patients and families
Administer chemotherapy and biotherapy throughout the hospital
Report or correct safety hazards and incidents
Communicate with colleagues, resolve issues, provide constructive peer feedback, and pursue learning needs

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)
H.S. Diploma/GED
Work 7a-730p, three 12-hour shifts
Work six weekend shifts/schedule
Work every other holiday
Fulfill all requirements of departmental competencies
Maintain documentation standards as evidenced by passed quarterly chart audits

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Equal Opportunity Employer
Potential for growth and life-long careers