Registered Nurse - Oncology/Stem Cell Transplant Ambulatory Clinic

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Location

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Job Description

This role is for the ambulatory Oncology clinic and will work primarily with the Neuro Oncology and Stem Cell teams for primary care coordination but will also assist in covering other Oncology clinics.

2-3 years hematology/oncology/stem cell transplant experience preferred.

CPHON certification preferred or will obtain certification within 18 months of hire.

APHON Chemo/Bio certificate preferred.

4 day workweek; M/F requirements.

This position provides family centered care utilizing the Relationship Based Care model with a focus on relationships with patients, colleagues, and self. Understands and integrates appropriate growth and development processes into care delivery of patients with acute and chronic diseases, disorders found in neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients. Applies enhanced specialty knowledge and skills to provide best outcomes to patients within the designated patient care area(s). Utilizes the nursing process and performs responsibilities aligning with the Magnet® Model: New Knowledge, Innovations & Improvements, Exemplary Professional Practice, Structural Empowerment, and Transformational Leadership with a constant focus on Empirical Outcomes. Demonstrates nursing excellence, desire for constant professional growth and an inclusive approach to care and collaboration. Actively supports the organization and department’s goals and core principles that guide Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago.

K.S.A.'s:

1.    Bachelor’s degree in nursing or higher required.  For positions that are identified as difficult to fill, CNO may allow approval for hiring of candidates with Associates degree in nursing with equivalent experience in lieu of BSN or above.
2.    Current licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Illinois. 
3.    Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.
4.    Ability to effectively communicate with patients/families, physicians and hospital staff.
5.    Special certifications may be required by the department.
6.    2 years of nursing experience.
 

Job Duties:

1.    Performs nursing assessments utilizing a variety of assessment methods and/or area-specific tools.
2.    Develops or individualizes existing plans of care and develops goals relative to family needs.  Evaluates and documents changes to the plan.
3.    Develops or individualizes teaching plans/protocols to meet patient and family learning needs.  Identifies patient preferences and needs including motivation to learn.  Evaluates and documents changes to the plan.
4.    Performs nursing care according to procedures/protocols.  Anticipates impending emergent situations and intervenes effectively. 
5.    Communicates with the family and members of the interprofessional team to identify health care needs.  Communicates changes in patient status.  Utilizes appropriate resources for referral or consultations.
6.    Keeps up to date in nursing practice by utilizing best evidence in current nursing and healthcare literature for information and problem solving.
7.    Incorporates current hospital and departmental quality initiatives into daily activities.
8.    Adheres to communication, service excellence and professional image standards that support the hospital vision, mission and philosophy.
9.    Works cooperatively as a team member to foster achievement of unit/hospital goals.
10.    Identifies learning needs and seeks resources to advance nursing practice and achieve professional goals.
11.    Performs job functions adhering to Magnet core principles with a customer service focus of new knowledge, exemplary practice, structural empowerment, and transformational leadership, to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others. Creating an environment that welcomes is inclusive, safe, reliable and equitable for all. 
12.    Demonstrates knowledge of pertinent aspects and competency with protocols related to the use of chemical disinfection, high level disinfection, and sterilization if required as part of the responsibilities of the role.
13.    Other job functions as assigned.<