Department:37393 Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center - Infusion: Libertyville
Status:Full time
Benefits Eligible:Yes
Hours Per Week:40
Schedule Details/Additional Information:Monday- Friday, 8:30 AM- 5 PM. No weekends, no holidays.
Pay Range:$38.20 - $57.30
Job Description Summary: This job exists to facilitate a timely, integrated and coordinated approach to the care of patients with a diagnosis of cancer and to provide quality nursing care for patients of the Creticos Cancer Center with cancer related health issues. The mission of the Oncology Nurse Care Coordinator is to improve patient preparedness for treatment by providing education and psychosocial support. The Oncology Nurse Care Coordinator also facilitates interaction between patients and their physicians, provides logistical support, referrals, coordination of care, and other assistance during the diagnosis and treatment planning stages (pre and post-operatively). The incumbent will serve as an advocate to assure positive customer satisfaction. The incumbent will use a multi-disciplinary approach to planning and providing care and act as a liaison to all other areas of the hospital to insure that the needs and concerns of the oncology patients are addressed.
We're Looking For: - Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
- Typically requires 3-5 years of experience in nursing that includes performing nursing assessments, care plan development, and educating patients.
What You'll Do: Monday- Friday, 8:30 AM- 5 PM. No weekends, no holidays.
About This Location: Our oncology specialists at Advocate Condell Cancer Institute in Libertyville, IL, offer compassionate and expert care for all stages of cancer. We're dedicated to helping you fight cancer with confidence by using the latest advancements in cancer treatments. Our street address is 801 S. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville, IL. When you're looking for comprehensive cancer care close to home, visit us in Libertyville, IL.
At our cancer clinic, we care for the whole you. We offer a range of support services, including a nurse navigator to guide you through every step of your cancer care. If you're looking for a second opinion in the Chicago metro area, we make it easy to connect with an oncologist to confirm a diagnosis and review your treatment plan.
Our team of specialty oncologists, including radiation and surgical oncologists, specialize in minimally invasive cancer treatment tools and techniques. We offer access to
clinical trials that may represent new cancer treatments and better ways to manage cancer treatment.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions - Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
- Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
- Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
- Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions.
- Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
- Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
- May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.
- Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.
- Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
- Additional department specific physical requirements may be identified for unique responsibilities within the department by the nurse leader.
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Our Commitment to You:Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation- Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.
