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The US Oncology Network

Supports independent oncology practices, patient care

Registered Nurse

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Part-timeElgin, IL, USA$28 - $39 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

  • Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education.
  • Hold an RN state license and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in the practicing state.
  • Maintain current Basic Life Support certification.
  • Maintain continuing education requirements.
  • The role requires three to five years of nursing experience; one year of oncology experience is preferred.
  • The work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations, and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic.
  • Meet the physical demands of full body motion, handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, eye-hand coordination, extensive standing and walking, and occasionally lifting and carrying items weighing up to 40 pounds.
  • Have corrected vision and hearing to the normal range.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate, and promote continuity of care consistent with established standards and practices.
  • Assess patients' health status by interviewing them about their current status and medical history.
  • Collect and record nursing assessments and interventions.
  • Review and report health-status assessments, physical examination results, pertinent laboratory and radiographic data, and psychosocial assessments of assigned patients to the provider.
  • Assess patient and family needs and provide teaching and instructional materials.
  • Provide psychosocial support to patients and families.
  • Maintain patient confidentiality.
  • Prepare and administer therapies under the direction and supervision of a physician.
  • Administer medications and blood products using the correct product, dosage, route, time, and technique.
  • Obtain pre-authorization and appropriate consent forms before administering therapies where applicable.
  • Facilitate dose modifications by assessing patients and laboratory results, consulting protocols or treatment plans, calculating doses, and consulting physicians about dosage modifications, problems, and symptom management.
  • Perform venipuncture, access implanted ports, and maintain central-line catheter devices.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of assigned patient care and treatments.
  • Apply knowledge of reimbursement procedures and charge capture.
  • Maintain the work environment and restock supplies as needed.
  • Follow Occupational Safety and Health Administration guidelines when handling cytotoxic agents, biohazardous waste, and materials potentially infected with bloodborne pathogens.
  • Maintain disinfection protocols and equipment according to quality-control standards.
  • Manage patient medication refill requests received through the pharmacy telephone line and record information in patient charts.
  • Assist physicians with examinations and procedures.
  • Maintain efficient and appropriate patient flow in and out of examination rooms.
  • Facilitate and schedule consultations, pre-testing, diagnostic tests or procedures, referrals, and future appointments.
  • Triage patient phone calls as needed and document relevant information in patient charts.
  • Facilitate communication between patients or families and the interdisciplinary team, and coordinate services related to patient care.
  • Assist patients in locating available community resources.
  • Assist and collaborate with clinical research.
  • Act as a resource to licensed practical nurses, licensed vocational nurses, and medical assistants.
  • Provide nursing coverage for satellite offices as needed.
  • Serve as a mentor or preceptor and provide day-to-day guidance to less experienced nurses.
  • Travel between the Elgin and Crystal Lake sites as needed.
  • Participate in professional development and maintain current oncology nursing knowledge through ongoing educational opportunities.

Desired Qualifications

  • A Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred.
  • At least one year of oncology experience is preferred.
  • Oncology certification is preferred.

About the Company

The US Oncology Network

Supports independent oncology practices, patient care

The US Oncology Network coordinates a nationwide group of independent oncology practices to deliver cancer care close to home. It provides local physicians with clinical and business support, including access to advanced technologies and shared resources, so they can offer comprehensive, value-based treatment in community settings. By pooling expertise and capabilities, the Network helps independent practices operate more efficiently and sustainably while maintaining physician autonomy. Its goal is to improve patient outcomes and physician satisfaction by delivering high-quality, patient-centered care through a scalable, practice-centric platform.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Upper Merion Township, Pennsylvania
Founded
1999

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