A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
Overview Illinois CancerCare is seeking a full-time Treatment Nurse (RN) to join our compassionate and collaborative team. This role offers a consistent weekday schedule with no weekends or major holidays, supporting a healthy work-life balance. This is a deeply meaningful specialty where your clinical expertise and empathy will make a lasting impact on patients and their families. We're proud to say we have helped countless individuals overcome this disease to live healthy, inspiring lives. As a Treatment Nurse at Illinois CancerCare, you'll be part of a mission-driven team providing comprehensive, patient-centered cancer care. You'll work closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, and fellow nurses to deliver life-saving therapies and support patients throughout their treatment journey. From administering chemotherapy to educating families and responding to urgent needs, you'll be a trusted partner in every step of care.
Pay & Benefits Hiring Pay Range:
$33.00-$48.00 per hour. (Based on experience, education, and other factors) Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan options) Special wellness programs - Maven, HingeHealth, Livongo, Vitality, and Wondr 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Paid time off and holidays Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Discounts through our Perks Program Responsibilities What You'll Do As a Treatment Nurse (RN), you'll deliver safe and compassionate care to oncology patients by: Administering chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and other treatments with precision and adherence to safety protocols. Performing clinical procedures such as port flushes, dressing changes, injections, and catheterizations. Assessing patients in person and by phone for side effects, toxicities, emergencies, and overall well-being. Supporting physicians with diagnostic procedures and reporting thorough nursing assessments. Preparing daily treatment schedules and ensuring readiness of teaching materials and clinic resources. Maintaining a clean, organized treatment environment and delegating tasks appropriately. Responding calmly to emergencies and operating necessary equipment. Triaging patient calls and collaborating with team nurses to provide timely support. Traveling to satellite clinics 1-2 days per week to extend care across our network. Maintaining professional relationships with hospitals, pharmacies, and community partners. Staying current with education and obtaining OCN certification within 3 years. Upholding HIPAA and safety standards in all aspects of care. Qualifications What We're Looking For Current Illinois RN license (required) BSN preferred 1+ year of clinical nursing experience Passion for oncology nursing and patient-centered care Ability to work in a fast-paced, emotionally rewarding environment
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.
Qualifications:
What We re Looking For Current Illinois RN license (required) BSN preferred 1+ year of clinical nursing experience Passion for oncology nursing and patient-centered care Ability to work in a fast-paced, emotionally rewarding environment
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.
