UI Health

UI Health - Staff Nurse I - Hematology Oncology Clinic - Clinic Hiring Department: Hematology Oncology ClinicLocation: Chicago, IL USARequisition ID: 1038121FTE : 1Work Schedule – Shift : Days# of Position: 1Posting Date: 11/5/2025Salary: The previously determined range for this position was $ to $*. Final rate offered will be determined by the collective bargaining agreement, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a rate at or near the top of the full range for a position. This position requires Illinois residency within 180 days of the hire date. (RNs only)About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity. Learn more: This position is intended to be . This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Position SummaryStaff Nurse I is accountable for the delivery of patient care utilizing the Nursing Process and Relationship-Based Care model as the framework. The Staff Nurse I provides direct patient care and takes initiative to improve patient outcomes by integrating Shared Leadership, Evidence Based Practice, Relationship Based Care and standards of nursing excellence into clinical practice. Through therapeutic relationships with patients, families, self and colleagues, the Staff Nurse I functions as an interdisciplinary team member who provides quality patient care and fulfills unit and organizational goals.Duties & ResponsibilitiesCompletes required orientation program and unit-specific competencies Verifies and implements orders from physician, physician assistant, and/or advance practice nurse by performing _x000d_ interventions as prescribed by the provider and documenting accurately in the electronic medical record. Shares information and collaborates with other members of the health care team to promote effective patient care. Recognizes and treats cancer-related issues Recognizes symptoms, establishes priorities and responds to patient’s changing needs Teach patients and the families regarding treatment expectations Advocates for patients, families, and their significant others, the community, and the nursing profession. Demonstrates a commitment to UI Health’s values through teamwork and effective communication in an effort to achieve _x000d_ quality outcomes, patient safety, customer satisfaction and a clean, safe and therapeutic environment._x000d_ Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum QualificationsEligibility for licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation.Current AHA BLS/CPR and other required unit specific certificationsEffective communication skills (oral and written) that facilitate therapeutic relationships between patients, family, and health care providersIntermediate computer skills with the ability to become proficient in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) with on-the-job trainingExcellent attendance, interpersonal skills and work history required.One-year prior RN experience required. Current Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy certification required prior to hire. Preferred QualificationsExperience in an Outpatient Oncology Clinic setting Experience in an Ambulatory Outpatient Clinic Setting