Registered Nurse Outpatient Medical Oncology-Delnor Cancer Center

Position: Registered Nurse Outpatient Medical Oncology-Delnor Cancer Center Full-time Days
The salary range for this position is $34.50 - $55.20 (Hourly Rate)

Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section located .org/benefits to learn more.

Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.

Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.

Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being.

Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.

From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.

Benefits:

* $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
* $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
* $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
* $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)

* Matching 401(k)

* Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage

* Life insurance

* Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus

* Paid time off and Holiday pay

Description

This role's main responsibility is primarily phone triage and coordination of care for our critically ill patients, this position will not be administering chemotherapy treatments. The schedule for this position can be either four 10-hour shifts or five 8-hour shifts, to cover the clinic hours of M-F 7a - 5p, no weekends or holidays.

The Oncology Clinic Registered Nurse reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. This position works in a multidisciplinary environment which will require exceptional interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with patients, physicians, clinical and administrative units.

The Oncology Nurse Clinician coordinates multidisciplinary care using the nursing process.

Responsibilities:

* Assesses and reassesses the patient and family for on-going care needs with knowledge of high-risk criteria and initiates referrals to the appropriate resources in a timely manner.

* For all new patients collects and analyzes data, identifies and coordinates appropriate multidisciplinary care and appointments. Triages this information and schedules patients appropriately.

* Collaborates with patient, family, physicians and ancillary staff and coordinates new patients for the multidisciplinary clinics. Assists in creating a plan of care that indicates this collaboration and communication.

* Serves as a resource to non-clinical staff regarding prospective patients calling the program for information.

* Is able to state rationale for clinical decisions based on critical thinking.

* Performs all aspects of patient care in a manner which optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.

* Identifies learning needs, abilities, preferences and readiness; assesses support systems, coping mechanisms and barriers to learning, making referrals as appropriate.

* Educates patient, family and caregivers regarding diagnosis, process, therapies, and testing.

* Assists with transitions of care and providers.

* Communicates effectively and works cooperatively with other team members. Has respect for and an understanding of other clinical disciplines.

* Delegates appropriately to other care providers to facilitate meeting patient needs in a timely manner.

* Promotes a positive work environment.

* Demonstrates an interest in personal development and growth beyond routine expected educational sessions.

* Embraces new employees and care team members, contributing to their growth and learning.

* Attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice through participation in ongoing educational activities. Seeks experiences and formal and independent learning activities to maintain and develop…