Oncology RN

Medix is seeking an Oncology RN for a local contract to hire position in Arlington Heights, IL. A great opportunity to work with a network of independent physicians who provide integrated cancer care and serve as leaders in value based care.

Responsibilities/ Job Duties:

• Coordinate and promote continuity of care by assessing patient health status, recording nursing assessments, and reporting findings to providers.
• Provide patient and family education, psychosocial support, and ensure patient confidentiality throughout treatment.
• Prepare and administer therapies, medications, and blood products, obtaining necessary pre-authorizations and following safety protocols, including venipuncture and central line maintenance.
• Support clinical operations by managing patient flow, coordinating appointments, facilitating communication, and handling medication refills and triage calls.
• Mentor and guide less experienced staff, participate in professional development, and collaborate on interdisciplinary teams and clinical research initiatives.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education, BSN preferred.
• RN state license and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in Illinois
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• 3-5 years nursing experience including at least one year in oncology preferred.
• Oncology certification preferred

Schedule/ Shift:

• M-F 8:30a-5p

Benefits:

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances)
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix Offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s).)
• 401k (eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1)
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Term Life Insurance Plan

Medix is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.